For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 564 students in 28159, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28159, NC is North Rowan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28159 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28159, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28159, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Rowan Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
512 Charles St
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Spencer, NC 28159
(704) 639-3018
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28159, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28159, NC include North Rowan Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28159?
1 public middle schools are located in 28159.
What is the racial composition of students in 28159?
28159 public middle schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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