For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,578 students in 28398, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28398, NC are James Kenan High School and Warsaw Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28398 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28398, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28398, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Kenan High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1241 Nc 24 & 50
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-4218
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-4218
Gr: 9-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Warsaw Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
158 Lanefield Road
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-3121
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-3121
Gr: PK-8 | 803 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
28398, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
738 W College Street
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-7997
Warsaw, NC 28398
(910) 293-7997
Gr: 6-8 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28398, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28398, NC include James Kenan High School and Warsaw Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28398?
2 public schools are located in 28398.
What is the racial composition of students in 28398?
28398 public schools minority enrollment is 89% 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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