For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,059 students in 28128, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28128, NC are Aquadale Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and South Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28128 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28128, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28128, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aquadale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11707 Nc Hwy 138
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5600
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5600
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #22.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Main St
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4000
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4000
Grades: K-5
| 343 students
Rank: #33.
South Stanly Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12492 Cottonville Road
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Grades: 6-8
| 362 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28128, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28128, NC include Aquadale Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and South Stanly Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28128?
3 public elementary schools are located in 28128.
What is the racial composition of students in 28128?
28128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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