For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,078 students in 28328, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28328, NC are Sampson Middle School and Union Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28328 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28328, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28328, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sampson Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 W Elizabeth St
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-3327
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-3327
Gr: 6-8 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Union Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
455 River Road
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-4547
Clinton, NC 28328
(910) 592-4547
Gr: 6-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
28328, North Carolina 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28328, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28328, NC include Sampson Middle School and Union Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28328?
2 public middle schools are located in 28328.
What is the racial composition of students in 28328?
28328 public middle schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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