For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,496 students in 28405, NC (there are , serving 1,230 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 28405, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28405, NC are Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School, Emsley A Laney High School and M C S Noble Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28405 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28405, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28405, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6701 Gordon Road
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 397-1544
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 397-1544
Grades: K-5
| 448 students
Rank: #22.
Emsley A Laney High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2700 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2089
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2089
Grades: 9-12
| 2,248 students
Rank: #33.
M C S Noble Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6520 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2112
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2112
Grades: 6-8
| 647 students
Rank: #44.
Emma B Trask Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2900 N College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2142
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2142
Grades: 6-8
| 651 students
Rank: #55.
Career Readiness Academy At Mosley Plc
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3702 Princess Place Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6161
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6161
Grades: 6-12
| 86 students
Rank: #66.
John J Blair Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6510 Market Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2045
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 350-2045
Grades: PK-5
| 455 students
Rank: #77.
Girls Leadership Academy Of Wilmington
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Sunglow Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 338-5258
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 338-5258
Grades: 6-12
| 344 students
Rank: #88.
A H Snipes Academy Of Arts/des
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Chestnut Street
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6175
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6175
Grades: K-5
| 354 students
Rank: #99.
R Freeman Sch Of Engineering
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Princess Place Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6011
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 251-6011
Grades: PK-5
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28405, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28405, NC include Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School, Emsley A Laney High School and M C S Noble Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28405?
9 public schools are located in 28405.
What percentage of students in 28405 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 28405 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28405?
28405 public schools minority enrollment is 48% 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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