For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,272 students in 28147, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28147, NC are West Rowan Middle School, Isenberg Elementary School and Knollwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28147 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28147, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28147, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Rowan Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5925 Statesville Blvd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 633-4775
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 633-4775
Gr: 6-8 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Isenberg Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Jake Alexander Blvd N
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3009
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3009
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Knollwood Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3075 Shue Rd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 857-3400
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 857-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Hurley Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
625 Hurley School Rd
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3038
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 639-3038
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
28147, North Carolina 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1010 Airport Road
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 630-9200
Salisbury, NC 28147
(704) 630-9200
Gr: K-5 | 44 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28147, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28147, NC include West Rowan Middle School, Isenberg Elementary School and Knollwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28147?
4 public elementary schools are located in 28147.
What is the racial composition of students in 28147?
28147 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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