Best 28651 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,310 students in 28651, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 277 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 28651, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 28651, NC are West Wilkes High School and Millers Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 28651 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28651, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).