For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,245 students in 28390, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28390, NC are Anderson Creek Academy, Manchester Elementary School and Overhills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28390 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28390, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28390, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anderson Creek Academy
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4940 Ray Road
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 814-9001
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 814-9001
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
611 Spring Avenue
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-2151
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-2151
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Overhills Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2711 Ray Road
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-0009
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-0009
Gr: 6-8 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
William T Brown Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2522 Andrews Church Road
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 497-1258
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 497-1258
Gr: PK-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Overhills Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2626 Ray Road
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-3545
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 436-3545
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Spring Lake Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
612 Spring Avenue
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 497-1175
Spring Lake, NC 28390
(910) 497-1175
Gr: 6-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28390, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28390, NC include Anderson Creek Academy, Manchester Elementary School and Overhills Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28390?
6 public elementary schools are located in 28390.
What is the racial composition of students in 28390?
28390 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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