For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,192 students in 28430, NC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 28430, NC is Cerro Gordo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28430 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28430, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28430, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cerro Gordo Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7685 Andrew Jackson Hwy
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-4250
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-4250
Gr: PK-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
7685 Andrew Jackson Hwy Sw
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-4250
Cerro Gordo, NC 28430
(910) 654-4250
Gr: PK-8 | 812 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28430, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28430, NC include Cerro Gordo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28430?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28430.
What is the racial composition of students in 28430?
28430 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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