For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,967 students in 28409, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28409, NC are Masonboro Elementary School, Holly Tree Elementary School and Bradley Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28409 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28409, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28409, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Masonboro Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3518 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2355
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2355
Grades: K-5
| 583 students
Rank: #22.
Holly Tree Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3020 Web Trace
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2250
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2250
Grades: K-5
| 406 students
Rank: #33.
Bradley Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6211 Greenville Loop
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2051
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2051
Grades: K-5
| 381 students
Rank: #44.
Myrtle Grove Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Piner Rd
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2100
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 597 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28409, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28409, NC include Masonboro Elementary School, Holly Tree Elementary School and Bradley Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28409?
4 public elementary schools are located in 28409.
What is the racial composition of students in 28409?
28409 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% 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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