For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 323 students in 28137, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28137, NC is Richfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28137 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28137, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28137, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richfield Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Morgan Street
Richfield, NC 28137
(704) 961-4800
Richfield, NC 28137
(704) 961-4800
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28137, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28137, NC include Richfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28137?
1 public schools are located in 28137.
What is the racial composition of students in 28137?
28137 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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