For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 268 students in 28340, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28340, NC is Fairmont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28340 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28340, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28340, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairmont Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
402 Iona St
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-4363
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-4363
Gr: 5-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
28340, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1953 Fairgrove Sch Road
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-8290
Fairmont, NC 28340
(910) 628-8290
Gr: 4-8 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28340, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28340, NC include Fairmont Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28340?
1 public middle schools are located in 28340.
What is the racial composition of students in 28340?
28340 public middle schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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