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Best 28461 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,193 students in 28461, NC (there are , serving 140 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 28461, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28461, NC are South Brunswick High School, Southport Elementary School and South Brunswick Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28461 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28461, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28461, NC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Brunswick High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
280 Cougar Drive Bsl
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,182 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
701 West 9th Street
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6036
Gr: PK-5 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
South Brunswick Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
100 Cougar Drive Bsl
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6870
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 28461, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28461, NC include South Brunswick High School, Southport Elementary School and South Brunswick Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28461?
3 public schools are located in 28461.
What percentage of students in 28461 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 28461 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28461?
28461 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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