For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,969 students in 28031, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28031, NC are Bailey Middle School, J.v. Washam Elementary School and Cornelius Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 28031 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28031, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28031, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bailey Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11900 Bailey Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 343-1068
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 343-1068
Gr: 6-8 | 1,325 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
J.v. Washam Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9611 Westmoreland Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 343-1071
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 343-1071
Gr: K-5 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Cornelius Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21126 Catawba Ave
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 343-3905
Cornelius, NC 28031
(980) 343-3905
Gr: K-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Lakeside Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17609 Old Statesville Rd
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 896-9500
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 896-9500
Gr: K-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28031, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28031, NC include Bailey Middle School, J.v. Washam Elementary School and Cornelius Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28031?
4 public elementary schools are located in 28031.
What is the racial composition of students in 28031?
28031 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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