For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,557 students in 28150, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 43 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 28150, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28150, NC are Jefferson Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28150 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28150, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28150, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1166 Wyke Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8390
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8390
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1440 Union Church Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8250
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8250
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1907 Stony Point Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8260
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8260
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Cleveland Innovation
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Marion St
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8163
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8163
Gr: K-12 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Turning Point Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
409 West Sumter Street
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8399
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8399
Gr: 6-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28150, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28150, NC include Jefferson Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28150?
5 public schools are located in 28150.
What percentage of students in 28150 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 28150 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28150?
28150 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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