For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,018 students in 28513, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28513, NC are Ayden Middle School and Ayden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28513 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28513, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28513, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ayden Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
192 Third St
Ayden, NC 28513
(252) 746-3672
Ayden, NC 28513
(252) 746-3672
Grades: 6-8
| 397 students
Rank: #22.
Ayden Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
187 Third Street
Ayden, NC 28513
(252) 746-2121
Ayden, NC 28513
(252) 746-2121
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28513, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28513, NC include Ayden Middle School and Ayden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28513?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28513.
What is the racial composition of students in 28513?
28513 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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