Best 28659 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,548 students in 28659, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 109 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 28659, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 28659, NC are Mulberry Elementary School, North Wilkes Middle School and C C Wright Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 28659 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28659, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).