For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 769 students in 28555, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28555, NC are Silverdale Elementary School and Maysville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28555 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28555, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28555, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silverdale Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
841 Smith Road
Maysville, NC 28555
(910) 326-5146
Maysville, NC 28555
(910) 326-5146
Gr: K-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Maysville Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
814 Sixth Street
Maysville, NC 28555
(910) 743-3631
Maysville, NC 28555
(910) 743-3631
Gr: PK-5 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
2221 Belgrade Swansboro Road
Maysville, NC 28555
(910) 455-2211
Maysville, NC 28555
(910) 455-2211
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28555, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28555, NC include Silverdale Elementary School and Maysville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28555?
3 public schools are located in 28555.
What is the racial composition of students in 28555?
28555 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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