For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 956 students in 28385, NC (there are , serving 57 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 28385, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28385, NC are Lakewood High School and Salemburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 28385 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28385, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28385, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lakewood High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
245 Lakewood School Rd
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5171
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5171
Grades: 9-12
| 481 students
Rank: #22.
Salemburg Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
404 E. College Street
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5547
Salemburg, NC 28385
(910) 525-5547
Grades: PK-5
| 475 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28385, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28385, NC include Lakewood High School and Salemburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28385?
2 public schools are located in 28385.
What percentage of students in 28385 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 28385 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28385?
28385 public schools minority enrollment is 68% 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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