For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,318 students in 28429, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28429, NC are Castle Hayne Elementary School and Holly Shelter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28429 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28429, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28429, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Castle Hayne Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3925 Roger Haynes Drive
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 602-4970
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 602-4970
Grades: PK-5
| 496 students
Rank: #22.
Holly Shelter Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3921 Roger Haynes Dr
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 602-4046
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 602-4046
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
28429, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3830 Juvenile Center Rd
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 675-0594
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 675-0594
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28429, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28429, NC include Castle Hayne Elementary School and Holly Shelter Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28429?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28429.
What is the racial composition of students in 28429?
28429 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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