For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,506 students in 28079, NC (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,269 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 28079, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28079, NC are Poplin Elementary School, Porter Ridge High School and Hemby Bridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28079, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28079, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Poplin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5627 Poplin Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-0320
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-0320
Grades: PK-5
| 720 students
Rank: #22.
Porter Ridge High School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2839 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 292-7662
Grades: 9-12
| 1,754 students
Rank: #33.
Hemby Bridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6701 Indian Trl-fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #44.
Porter Ridge Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2827 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 225-7555
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 225-7555
Grades: 6-8
| 1,291 students
Rank: #55.
Indian Trail Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Education Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Grades: PK-5
| 576 students
Rank: #66.
Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2324 Younts Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Grades: K-9
| 1,060 students
Rank: #77.
Sun Valley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1409 Wesley Chapel Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3009
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3009
Grades: 6-8
| 991 students
Rank: #88.
Porter Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2843 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Grades: PK-5
| 664 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28079, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28079, NC include Poplin Elementary School, Porter Ridge High School and Hemby Bridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28079?
8 public schools are located in 28079.
What percentage of students in 28079 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 28079 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28079?
28079 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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