For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,209 students in 28303, NC (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,267 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 28303, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28303, NC are Vanstory Hills Elementary School, Terry Sanford High School and Ponderosa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28303 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28303, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28303, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Vanstory Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Foxhall Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 483-0809
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 483-0809
Grades: 2-5
| 469 students
Rank: #22.
Terry Sanford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2301 Fort Bragg Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 484-1151
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 484-1151
Grades: 9-12
| 1,224 students
Rank: #33.
Ponderosa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
311 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0148
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0148
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Rank: #44.
Morganton Road Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
102 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 867-4137
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 867-4137
Grades: K-5
| 499 students
Rank: #55.
Westover Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
275 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0813
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0813
Grades: 6-8
| 784 students
Rank: #66.
Alger B. Wilkins High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1429 Skibo Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Grades: 9-12
| 128 students
Rank: #77.
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
430 N Reilly Road
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-4843
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-4843
Grades: PK-5
| 537 students
Rank: #88.
Westover High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
277 Bonanza Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0190
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-0190
Grades: 9-12
| 1,202 students
28303, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1429 Skibo Rd
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Fayetteville, NC 28303
(910) 864-5438
Grades: K-5
| 200 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28303, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28303, NC include Vanstory Hills Elementary School, Terry Sanford High School and Ponderosa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28303?
8 public schools are located in 28303.
What percentage of students in 28303 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 28303 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28303?
28303 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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