For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 633 students in 28097, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28097, NC is West Stanly Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28097 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28097, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28097, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Stanly Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
339 Running Creek Church Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-3600
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 961-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
28097, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
24791 Millingport Rd
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 485-3825
Locust, NC 28097
(704) 485-3825
Gr: K-6 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28097, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28097, NC include West Stanly Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28097?
1 public middle schools are located in 28097.
What is the racial composition of students in 28097?
28097 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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