For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,216 students in 28479, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28479, NC are Town Creek Elementary School and Town Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28479 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28479, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28479, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Town Creek Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6330 Lake Park Dr Se
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5350
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5350
Grades: K-4
| 693 students
Rank: #22.
Town Creek Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6370 Lake Park Drive Se
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5320
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5320
Grades: 5-8
| 523 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28479, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28479, NC include Town Creek Elementary School and Town Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28479?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28479.
What is the racial composition of students in 28479?
28479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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