For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 667 students in 28612, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28612, NC is East Burke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28612 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28612, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28612, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Burke Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3519 Miller Bridge Road
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 397-7446
Connelly Springs, NC 28612
(828) 397-7446
Gr: 6-8 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28612, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28612, NC include East Burke Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28612?
1 public middle schools are located in 28612.
What is the racial composition of students in 28612?
28612 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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