For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,086 students in 28601, NC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 28601, NC are Northview Middle School and Harry M Arndt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 28601 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28601, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28601, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
302 28th Avenue Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 327-6300
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 327-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Harry M Arndt Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3350 34th Street Drive Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9545
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9545
Gr: 7-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
28601, North Carolina ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
S Campus 420 North Center St
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 345-5807
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 345-5807
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28601, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28601, NC include Northview Middle School and Harry M Arndt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28601?
2 public middle schools are located in 28601.
What is the racial composition of students in 28601?
28601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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