For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,186 students in 28357, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28357, NC are Sandy Grove Middle School and Sandy Grove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28357 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28357, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28357, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandy Grove Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chason Road
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-3559
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-3559
Gr: 6-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Sandy Grove Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8452 North Old Wire Road
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-6008
Lumber Bridge, NC 28357
(910) 875-6008
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28357, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28357, NC include Sandy Grove Middle School and Sandy Grove Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28357?
2 public schools are located in 28357.
What is the racial composition of students in 28357?
28357 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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