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Best 28079 North Carolina Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 6,091 students in 28079, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28079, NC are Poplin Elementary School, Hemby Bridge Elementary School and Porter Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28079, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28079, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poplin Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5627 Poplin Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-0320
Gr: K-5 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Hemby Bridge Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6701 Indian Trl-fairview Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-6352
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Porter Ridge Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2827 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 225-7555
Gr: 6-8 | 1,385 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Indian Trail Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
200 Education Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3095
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2324 Younts Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Gr: K-10 | 1,181 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Sun Valley Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1409 Wesley Chapel Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 296-3009
Gr: 6-8 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Porter Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2843 Ridge Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 289-1965
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28079, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28079, NC include Poplin Elementary School, Hemby Bridge Elementary School and Porter Ridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28079?
7 public elementary schools are located in 28079.
What is the racial composition of students in 28079?
28079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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