For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,115 students in 28470, NC (there are , serving 469 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 28470, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28470, NC are Union Elementary School and West Brunswick High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28470 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28470, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28470, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
180 Union School Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5900
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5900
Grades: K-5
| 603 students
Rank: #22.
West Brunswick High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Whiteville Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5050
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5050
Grades: 9-12
| 1,512 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28470, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28470, NC include Union Elementary School and West Brunswick High School.
How many public schools are located in 28470?
2 public schools are located in 28470.
What percentage of students in 28470 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 28470 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28470?
28470 public schools minority enrollment is 40% 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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