For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,162 students in 28117, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 237 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 28117, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28117, NC are The Brawley School, Woodland Heights Elementary School and Lake Norman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28117 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28117, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28117, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Brawley School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
132 Swift Arrow Drive
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 892-4711
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 892-4711
Grades: 6-8
| 591 students
Rank: #22.
Woodland Heights Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
288 Forest Lake Boulevard
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-1370
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 663-1370
Grades: PK-5
| 649 students
Rank: #33.
Lake Norman High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
186 Doolie Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-8555
Grades: 9-12
| 1,995 students
Rank: #44.
Lake Norman Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
255 Oak Tree Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 662-8261
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 662-8261
Grades: PK-5
| 690 students
Rank: #55.
Lakeshore Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
252 Lakeshore School Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 660-5970
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 660-5970
Grades: PK-5
| 693 students
Rank: #66.
Langtree Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
154 Foundation Ct
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 235-0865
Grades: K-12
| 1,334 students
Rank: #77.
Woodland Heights Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
272 Forest Lake Blvd
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 664-4430
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 664-4430
Grades: 6-8
| 578 students
Rank: #88.
Lakeshore Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
244 Lakeshore School Drive
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-0187
Mooresville, NC 28117
(704) 799-0187
Grades: 6-8
| 632 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28117, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28117, NC include The Brawley School, Woodland Heights Elementary School and Lake Norman High School.
How many public schools are located in 28117, NC?
8 public schools are located in 28117, NC.
What percentage of students in 28117, NC go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 28117, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28117, NC?
28117, NC public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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