For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 978 students in 28460, NC (there are , serving 36 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 28460, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 28460, NC is Dixon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28460 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28460, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28460, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dixon Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
118 Ridgefield Ave
Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
(910) 347-2738
Sneads Ferry, NC 28460
(910) 347-2738
Gr: 6-8 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28460, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28460, NC include Dixon Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28460?
1 public schools are located in 28460.
What percentage of students in 28460 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 28460 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28460?
28460 public schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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