For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,440 students in 28112, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28112, NC are Central Academy Of Technology And Arts, Parkwood High School and Monroe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 28112 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28112, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28112, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Academy Of Technology And Arts
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
600 Brewer Dr
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3088
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3088
Gr: 9-12 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Parkwood High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3220 Parkwood School Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0154
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0154
Gr: 9-12 | 1,055 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Monroe High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 High School Dr
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3130
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,099 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Rock Rest Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
814 Old Pageland-monroe Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1513
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1513
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Prospect Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3005 Ruben Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0636
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0636
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Parkwood Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3219 Parkwood School Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0655
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-0655
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Monroe Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 E Sunset Drive
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3120
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3120
Gr: 6-8 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #88.
Walter Bickett Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
830 South Ml King Blvd
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 238-8704
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 238-8704
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #99.
East Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
515 Elizabeth Ave
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3110
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 296-3110
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #1010.
Wolfe School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
722 Brewer Drive
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1568
Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 290-1568
Gr: 6-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28112, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28112, NC include Central Academy Of Technology And Arts, Parkwood High School and Monroe High School.
How many public schools are located in 28112?
10 public schools are located in 28112.
What is the racial composition of students in 28112?
28112 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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