For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 520 students in 28144, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28144, NC are Summit Virtual Academy, Overton Elementary School and Henderson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
elementary schools in zipcode 28144 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28144, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28144, NC Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summit Virtual Academy
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1636 Parkview Circle
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 630-7274
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 630-7274
Grades: K-8
| 171 students
Rank: #22.
Overton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Park Rd W
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3000
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3000
Grades: K-5
| 271 students
Rank: #33.
Henderson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1215 North Main St
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3134
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 639-3134
Grades: 6-12
| 78 students
28144, North Carolina Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1625 Park Rd W
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-2922
Salisbury, NC 28144
(704) 633-2922
Grades: 6-8
| 514 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28144, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28144, NC include Summit Virtual Academy, Overton Elementary School and Henderson High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28144?
3 public elementary schools are located in 28144.
What is the racial composition of students in 28144?
28144 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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