For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 249 students in 28579, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28579, NC is Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28579 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28579, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28579, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
174 Marshallberg Road
Smyrna, NC 28579
(252) 729-2301
Smyrna, NC 28579
(252) 729-2301
Grades: PK-8
| 249 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28579, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28579, NC include Down East Middle And Smyrna Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28579?
1 public schools are located in 28579.
What is the racial composition of students in 28579?
28579 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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