For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,020 students in 28551, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28551, NC are E B Frink Middle School, North Lenoir High School and La Grange Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28551 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28551, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28551, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
E B Frink Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
102 N Martin Luther King Jr Dr
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 566-3326
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 566-3326
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
North Lenoir High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2400 Institute Road
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 527-9184
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 527-9184
Gr: 9-12 | 989 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
La Grange Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
402 W Railroad St
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 566-4036
La Grange, NC 28551
(252) 566-4036
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28551, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28551, NC include E B Frink Middle School, North Lenoir High School and La Grange Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28551?
3 public schools are located in 28551.
What is the racial composition of students in 28551?
28551 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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