For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,406 students in 28150, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 43 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 28150, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28150, NC are Jefferson Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Crest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28150 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28150, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28150, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1166 Wyke Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8390
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8390
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #22.
Union Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1440 Union Church Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8250
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8250
Grades: PK-5
| 423 students
Rank: #33.
Crest Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
315 Beaverdam Church Rd
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8221
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8221
Grades: 6-8
| 849 students
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1907 Stony Point Road
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8260
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8260
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #55.
Cleveland Innovation
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Marion St
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8000
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8000
Grades: K-12
| 182 students
Rank: #66.
Turning Point Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
409 West Sumter Street
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8399
Shelby, NC 28150
(704) 476-8399
Grades: 6-12
| 108 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28150, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28150, NC include Jefferson Elementary School, Union Elementary School and Crest Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28150?
6 public schools are located in 28150.
What percentage of students in 28150 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 28150 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28150?
28150 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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