For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,766 students in 28173, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28173, NC are Marvin Ridge Middle School, Cuthbertson Middle School and South Providence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28173 have an average math proficiency score of 86% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 50% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28173, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marvin Ridge Middle School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2831 Crane Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1510
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1510
Gr: 6-8 | 1,309 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Cuthbertson Middle School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1520 Cuthbertson Rd
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 296-0107
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 296-0107
Gr: 6-8 | 1,347 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
South Providence
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Providence Street
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1580
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 290-1580
Gr: 6-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28173, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28173, NC include Marvin Ridge Middle School, Cuthbertson Middle School and South Providence.
How many public middle schools are located in 28173?
3 public middle schools are located in 28173.
What is the racial composition of students in 28173?
28173 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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