For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 977 students in 28159, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28159, NC are North Rowan Elementary School and North Rowan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28159 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28159, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28159, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Rowan Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
600 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3042
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3042
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #22.
North Rowan Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
512 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Grades: 6-8
| 564 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28159, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28159, NC include North Rowan Elementary School and North Rowan Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28159?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28159.
What is the racial composition of students in 28159?
28159 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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