For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,578 students in 28398, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28398, NC are James Kenan High School and Warsaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28398 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28398, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28398, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Kenan High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1241 Nc 24 & 50
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-4218
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-4218
Grades: 9-12
| 775 students
Rank: #22.
Warsaw Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
158 Lanefield Road
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-3121
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-3121
Grades: PK-8
| 803 students
28398, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
738 W College Street
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-7997
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-7997
Grades: 6-8
| 288 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28398, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28398, NC include James Kenan High School and Warsaw Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28398?
2 public schools are located in 28398.
What is the racial composition of students in 28398?
28398 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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