For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,272 students in 28147, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28147, NC are West Rowan Middle School, Isenberg Elementary School and Knollwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28147 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28147, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28147, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Rowan Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5925 Statesville Blvd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 633-4775
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 633-4775
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Rank: #22.
Isenberg Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Jake Alexander Blvd N
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3009
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3009
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #33.
Knollwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3075 Shue Rd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 857-3400
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 857-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 546 students
Rank: #44.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
625 Hurley School Rd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3038
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3038
Grades: PK-5
| 524 students
28147, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1010 Airport Road
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 630-9200
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 630-9200
Grades: K-5
| 44 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28147, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28147, NC include West Rowan Middle School, Isenberg Elementary School and Knollwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28147?
4 public elementary schools are located in 28147.
What is the racial composition of students in 28147?
28147 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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