For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,787 students in 28660, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28660, NC are Agriculture And Science Early College, North Iredell High School and North Iredell Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28660 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28660, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28660, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Agriculture And Science Early College
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
158 Raider Rd
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4056
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4056
Grades: 9-13
| 231 students
Rank: #22.
North Iredell High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
156 Raider Road
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4191
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4191
Grades: 9-12
| 989 students
Rank: #33.
North Iredell Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2467 Jennings Rd
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4802
Olin, NC 28660
(704) 876-4802
Grades: 6-8
| 567 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28660, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28660, NC include Agriculture And Science Early College, North Iredell High School and North Iredell Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28660?
3 public schools are located in 28660.
What is the racial composition of students in 28660?
28660 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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