For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,432 students in 28075, NC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 28075, NC are Hickory Ridge Middle School and A.c.e. Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28075 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28075, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28075, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hickory Ridge Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7336 Raging Ridge Rd
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 260-6490
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 260-6490
Grades: 6-8
| 994 students
Rank: #22.
A.c.e. Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7807 Caldwell Road
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 456-7153
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 456-7153
Grades: K-8
| 438 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28075, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28075, NC include Hickory Ridge Middle School and A.c.e. Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 28075?
2 public middle schools are located in 28075.
What is the racial composition of students in 28075?
28075 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% 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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