For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 102 students in 28619, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28619, NC is Hallyburton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28619 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28619, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28619, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hallyburton Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
205 South Main Street
Drexel, NC 28619
(828) 437-4184
Drexel, NC 28619
(828) 437-4184
Gr: 6-12 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
28619, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28619, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28619, NC include Hallyburton Academy.
How many public schools are located in 28619?
1 public schools are located in 28619.
What is the racial composition of students in 28619?
28619 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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