For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,125 students in Newton Grove, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Newton Grove, NC are Midway High School, Hobbton Elementary School and Hobbton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Newton Grove, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Newton Grove have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Newton Grove, NC (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway High School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15274 Spiveys Corner Highway
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 567-6664
Gr: 9-12 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Hobbton Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12361 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0392
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0392
Gr: K-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Hobbton High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12201 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-0242
Gr: 9-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Hobbton Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
12081 Hobbton Hwy
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-1420
Newton Grove, NC 28366
(910) 594-1420
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Newton Grove, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Newton Grove, NC include Midway High School, Hobbton Elementary School and Hobbton High School.
How many public schools are located in Newton Grove?
4 public schools are located in Newton Grove.
What is the racial composition of students in Newton Grove?
Newton Grove public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Newton Grove are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Newton Grove include: Hobbton High School vs. Midway High School, Midway High School vs. Hobbton High School
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