For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 683 students in 28585, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28585, NC are Jones Senior High School and Trenton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28585 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28585, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28585, NC 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jones Senior High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1378 Hwy 58 South
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-2451
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-2451
Gr: 6-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Trenton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1378 Hwy 58 South
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-3441
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-3441
Gr: PK-5 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
28585, North Carolina 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
190 Old New Bern Rd
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-3956
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-3956
Gr: 7-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
1490 Hwy 58 South
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-2451
Trenton, NC 28585
(252) 448-2451
Gr: 9-12 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28585, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28585, NC include Jones Senior High School and Trenton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28585?
2 public schools are located in 28585.
What is the racial composition of students in 28585?
28585 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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