For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 625 students in 28357, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28357, NC is Sandy Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28357 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28357, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28357, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandy Grove Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chason Road
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-3559
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-3559
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28357, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28357, NC include Sandy Grove Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28357?
1 public middle schools are located in 28357.
What is the racial composition of students in 28357?
28357 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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