For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,603 students in 28031, NC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 28031, NC are Bailey Middle School and Lakeside Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 28031 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28031, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28031, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle 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.
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 middle schools in 28031, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28031, NC include Bailey Middle School and Lakeside Charter Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 28031?
2 public middle schools are located in 28031.
What is the racial composition of students in 28031?
28031 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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