For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 117 students in 28573, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28573, NC is Pollocksville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28573 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28573, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28573, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pollocksville Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Trent St
Pollocksville, NC 28573
(252) 224-8071
Pollocksville, NC 28573
(252) 224-8071
Grades: PK-5
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28573, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28573, NC include Pollocksville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28573?
1 public schools are located in 28573.
What is the racial composition of students in 28573?
28573 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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