For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 355 students in 28502, NC (there are , serving 89 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 28502, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28502, NC are Lenoir County Early College High School and Children's Village Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28502 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28502, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28502, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lenoir County Early College High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
231 Hwy 58 South
Kinston, NC 28502
(252) 233-6870
Kinston, NC 28502
(252) 233-6870
Grades: 9-13
| 206 students
Rank: #22.
Children's Village Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 North Adkin Street
Kinston, NC 28502
(252) 939-1958
Kinston, NC 28502
(252) 939-1958
Grades: K-8
| 149 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28502, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28502, NC include Lenoir County Early College High School and Children's Village Academy.
How many public schools are located in 28502?
2 public schools are located in 28502.
What percentage of students in 28502 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 28502 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28502?
28502 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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