For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,125 students in 28366, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28366, NC are Midway High School, Hobbton Elementary School and Hobbton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28366 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28366, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28366, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15274 Spiveys Corner Highway
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Gr: 9-12 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Hobbton Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12361 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0392
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0392
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Hobbton High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12201 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Hobbton Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12081 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-1420
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-1420
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28366, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28366, NC include Midway High School, Hobbton Elementary School and Hobbton High School.
How many public schools are located in 28366?
4 public schools are located in 28366.
What is the racial composition of students in 28366?
28366 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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