For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 894 students in 28387, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28387, NC are Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School and Moore Montessori Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28387 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28387, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28387, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2953 Camp Easter Rd
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 722-4248
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 722-4248
Grades: K-5
| 660 students
Rank: #22.
Moore Montessori Community School
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
255 S. May Street
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 636-1325
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 636-1325
Grades: K-7
| 234 students
28387, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1250 W New York Ave
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 692-8659
Southern Pines, NC 28387
(910) 692-8659
Grades: PK-2
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28387, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28387, NC include Mcdeeds Creek Elementary School and Moore Montessori Community School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28387?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28387.
What is the racial composition of students in 28387?
28387 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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