For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 102 students in 28619, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28619, NC is Hallyburton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28619 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28619, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28619, NC 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hallyburton Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 South Main Street
Drexel, NC 28619
(828) 437-4184
Drexel, NC 28619
(828) 437-4184
Grades: 6-12
| 102 students
28619, North Carolina 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 South Main St
Drexel, NC 28619
(828) 437-4184
Drexel, NC 28619
(828) 437-4184
Grades: 3-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28619, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28619, NC include Hallyburton Academy.
How many public schools are located in 28619?
1 public schools are located in 28619.
What is the racial composition of students in 28619?
28619 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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