For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,967 students in 28409, NC (there are , serving 1,078 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 28409, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28409, NC are Masonboro Elementary School, Holly Tree Elementary School and Bradley Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28409 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28409, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28409, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Masonboro Elementary School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3518 Masonboro Loop Road
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2355
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2355
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Holly Tree Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3020 Web Trace
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2250
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 790-2250
Gr: K-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Bradley Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6211 Greenville Loop
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2051
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2051
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Myrtle Grove Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Piner Rd
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2100
Wilmington, NC 28409
(910) 350-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28409, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28409, NC include Masonboro Elementary School, Holly Tree Elementary School and Bradley Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28409?
4 public schools are located in 28409.
What percentage of students in 28409 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 28409 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28409?
28409 public schools minority enrollment is 33% 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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