For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,358 students in 28124, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28124, NC are Mount Pleasant Elementary School and Mount Pleasant Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28124 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28124, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28124, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8555 North Drive
Mount Pleasant, NC 28124
(704) 260-6210
Mount Pleasant, NC 28124
(704) 260-6210
Grades: K-5
| 701 students
Rank: #22.
Mount Pleasant Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
466 Walker Road
Mount Pleasant, NC 28124
(704) 260-6530
Mount Pleasant, NC 28124
(704) 260-6530
Grades: 6-8
| 657 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28124, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28124, NC include Mount Pleasant Elementary School and Mount Pleasant Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28124?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28124.
What is the racial composition of students in 28124?
28124 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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