For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 822 students in 28429, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28429, NC is Holly Shelter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28429 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28429, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28429, NC Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
28429, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3830 Juvenile Center Rd
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 675-0594
Castle Hayne, NC 28429
(910) 675-0594
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28429, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28429, NC include Holly Shelter Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28429?
1 public middle schools are located in 28429.
What is the racial composition of students in 28429?
28429 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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