Best 28043 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 566 students in 28043, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28043, NC are Chase Middle School and Rutherford Opportunity Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28043 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28043, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28043, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chase Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
840 Chase High Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 247-1043
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Rutherford Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
140 Old Caroleen Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-5294
Gr: 6-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28043, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28043, NC include Chase Middle School and Rutherford Opportunity Center.
How many public middle schools are located in 28043?
2 public middle schools are located in 28043.
What is the racial composition of students in 28043?
28043 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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