For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 748 students in 28080, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28080, NC is East Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle school in zipcode 28080 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28080, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28080, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4137 Hwy 73
Iron Station, NC 28080
(704) 732-0761
Iron Station, NC 28080
(704) 732-0761
Gr: 6-8 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28080, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28080, NC include East Lincoln Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28080?
1 public middle schools are located in 28080.
What is the racial composition of students in 28080?
28080 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% 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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