For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 199 students in 28431, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28431, NC is Chadbourn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28431 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28431, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28431, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chadbourn Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
409 E Third Avenue
Chadbourn, NC 28431
(910) 654-3825
Chadbourn, NC 28431
(910) 654-3825
Grades: K-5
| 199 students
28431, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
801 W Smith Street
Chadbourn, NC 28431
(910) 654-4300
Chadbourn, NC 28431
(910) 654-4300
Grades: 6-8
| 108 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28431, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28431, NC include Chadbourn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28431?
1 public schools are located in 28431.
What is the racial composition of students in 28431?
28431 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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