For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 978 students in 28460, NC (there are , serving 43 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 28460, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 28460, NC is Dixon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28460 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28460, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28460, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dixon Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
118 Ridgefield Ave
Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
(910) 347-2738
Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
(910) 347-2738
Grades: 6-8
| 978 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28460, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28460, NC include Dixon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28460?
1 public schools are located in 28460.
What percentage of students in 28460 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 28460 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28460?
28460 public schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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