For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,275 students in 28117, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 344 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 28117, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28117, NC are The Brawley School, Woodland Heights Elementary School and Lake Norman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28117 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28117, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28117, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Brawley School
Magnet School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
132 Swift Arrow Drive
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 892-4711
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 892-4711
Grades: 6-8
| 639 students
Rank: #22.
Woodland Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
288 Forest Lake Boulevard
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-1370
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-1370
Grades: PK-5
| 609 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Norman High School
Magnet School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
186 Doolie Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Grades: 9-12
| 1,986 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Lake Norman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
255 Oak Tree Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 662-8261
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 662-8261
Grades: PK-5
| 689 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Woodland Heights Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
272 Forest Lake Blvd
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 664-4430
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 664-4430
Grades: 6-8
| 542 students
Rank: #66.
Langtree Charter Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
154 Foundation Ct
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Grades: K-12
| 1,531 students
Rank: #77.
Lakeshore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
252 Lakeshore School Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 660-5970
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 660-5970
Grades: PK-5
| 671 students
Rank: #88.
Lakeshore Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
244 Lakeshore School Drive
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-0187
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-0187
Grades: 6-8
| 608 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28117, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28117, NC include The Brawley School, Woodland Heights Elementary School and Lake Norman High School.
How many public schools are located in 28117?
8 public schools are located in 28117.
What percentage of students in 28117 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 28117 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28117?
28117 public schools minority enrollment is 27% 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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