For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,327 students in 28117, NC (there are , serving 344 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 28117, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28117, NC are The Brawley School, Woodland Heights Elementary School and Lake Norman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28117 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28117, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28117, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Brawley School
(Math: 94% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
132 Swift Arrow Drive
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 892-4711
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 892-4711
Grades: 6-8
| 677 students
Rank: #22.
Woodland Heights Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
288 Forest Lake Boulevard
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-1370
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-1370
Grades: PK-5
| 620 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Norman High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
186 Doolie Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Grades: 9-12
| 1,964 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Lake Norman Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
255 Oak Tree Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 662-8261
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 662-8261
Grades: PK-5
| 654 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Woodland Heights Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
272 Forest Lake Blvd
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 664-4430
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 664-4430
Grades: 6-8
| 528 students
Rank: #66.
Langtree Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
154 Foundation Ct
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Grades: K-12
| 1,640 students
Rank: #77.
Lakeshore Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
252 Lakeshore School Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 660-5970
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 660-5970
Grades: PK-5
| 673 students
Rank: #88.
Lakeshore Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
244 Lakeshore School Drive
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-0187
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-0187
Grades: 6-8
| 571 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28117, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28117, NC include The Brawley School, Woodland Heights Elementary School and Lake Norman High School.
How many public schools are located in 28117?
8 public schools are located in 28117.
What percentage of students in 28117 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 28117 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28117?
28117 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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