For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 819 students in 28654, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28654, NC are Moravian Falls Elementary School and Central Wilkes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28654 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28654, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28654, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Moravian Falls Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2001 Moravian Falls Rd
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 838-4077
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 838-4077
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Central Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3541 South Nc Hwy 16
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 903-4180
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 903-4180
Grades: 6-8
| 569 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28654, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28654, NC include Moravian Falls Elementary School and Central Wilkes Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28654?
2 public schools are located in 28654.
What is the racial composition of students in 28654?
28654 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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