For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 110 students in 28616, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28616, NC is Marjorie Williams Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28616 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28616, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28616, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marjorie Williams Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
129 Allen Circle
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 733-5241
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 733-5241
Gr: K-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28616, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28616, NC include Marjorie Williams Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 28616?
1 public middle schools are located in 28616.
What is the racial composition of students in 28616?
28616 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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