For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,186 students in 28357, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28357, NC are Sandy Grove Middle School and Sandy Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28357 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28357, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28357, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sandy Grove Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chason Road
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-3559
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-3559
Grades: 6-8
| 625 students
Rank: #22.
Sandy Grove Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8452 North Old Wire Road
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-6008
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-6008
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28357, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28357, NC include Sandy Grove Middle School and Sandy Grove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28357?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28357.
What is the racial composition of students in 28357?
28357 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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