For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,159 students in 28098, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28098, NC are Lowell Elementary School and Holbrook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 28098 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28098, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28098, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Power Drive
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9118
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9118
Grades: K-5
| 373 students
Rank: #22.
Holbrook Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
418 S Church Street
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9607
Lowell, NC 28098
(704) 836-9607
Grades: 6-8
| 786 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28098, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28098, NC include Lowell Elementary School and Holbrook Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28098?
2 public schools are located in 28098.
What is the racial composition of students in 28098?
28098 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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