Best 28202 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,050 students in 28202, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 652 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 28202, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 28202, NC are Irwin Academic Center, First Ward Creative Arts Academy and Metro School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 28202 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28202, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).