For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,475 students in 28590, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28590, NC are Winterville Charter Academy and A G Cox Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28590 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28590, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28590, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winterville Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4160 Bayswater Road
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 689-6153
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 689-6153
Gr: K-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
A G Cox Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2657 Church Street
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 756-3105
Winterville, NC 28590
(252) 756-3105
Gr: 6-8 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28590, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28590, NC include Winterville Charter Academy and A G Cox Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28590?
2 public middle schools are located in 28590.
What is the racial composition of students in 28590?
28590 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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