For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 999 students in 28138, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 532 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 28138, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28138, NC are Rockwell Elementary School and Shive Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28138 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28138, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28138, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rockwell Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
114 Link St
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-3145
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-3145
Grades: PK-5
| 519 students
Rank: #22.
Shive Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
655 Holshouser Rd
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-2899
Rockwell, NC 28138
(704) 279-2899
Grades: PK-5
| 480 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28138, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28138, NC include Rockwell Elementary School and Shive Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28138?
2 public schools are located in 28138.
What percentage of students in 28138 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 28138 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28138?
28138 public schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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