For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 614 students in 28351, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28351, NC is Carver Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28351 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28351, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28351, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carver Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18601 Fieldcrest Road
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-4669
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-4669
Grades: 6-8
| 614 students
28351, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
9801 Malloy Ave
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-3601
Laurel Hill, NC 28351
(910) 462-3601
Grades: PK-4
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28351, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28351, NC include Carver Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28351?
1 public middle schools are located in 28351.
What is the racial composition of students in 28351?
28351 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% 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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