For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,059 students in 28128, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28128, NC are Aquadale Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and South Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28128 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28128, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28128, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aquadale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11707 Nc Hwy 138
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5600
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Norwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 South Main St
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4000
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-4000
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
South Stanly Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
12492 Cottonville Road
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Norwood, NC 28128
(704) 961-5700
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28128, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28128, NC include Aquadale Elementary School, Norwood Elementary School and South Stanly Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28128?
3 public elementary schools are located in 28128.
What is the racial composition of students in 28128?
28128 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% 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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