For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,721 students in 28315, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28315, NC are The Academy Of Moore County, Southern Middle School and Aberdeen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28315 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28315, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28315, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Academy Of Moore County
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12588 Hwy 15-501 South
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 757-0401
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 757-0401
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
717 Johnson Street
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 693-1550
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 693-1550
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Aberdeen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 Farrell Parkway
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 947-8030
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 947-8030
Gr: PK-5 | 635 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
28315, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28315, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28315, NC include The Academy Of Moore County, Southern Middle School and Aberdeen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28315?
3 public elementary schools are located in 28315.
What is the racial composition of students in 28315?
28315 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% 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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