For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 70 students in 28450, NC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 28450, NC is Thomas Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 28450 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28450, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28450, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
206-b Rube Mccray Circle
Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450
(910) 646-2237
Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450
(910) 646-2237
Gr: 6-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
28450, North Carolina 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Flemington Dr
Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450
(910) 646-3088
Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450
(910) 646-3088
Gr: 6-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28450, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28450, NC include Thomas Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28450?
1 public elementary schools are located in 28450.
What is the racial composition of students in 28450?
28450 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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