For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,011 students in 28461, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28461, NC are Southport Elementary School and South Brunswick Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 28461 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28461, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28461, NC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southport Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
701 West 9th Street
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6036
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 457-6036
Grades: PK-5
| 420 students
Rank: #22.
South Brunswick Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Cougar Drive Bsl
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6870
Southport, NC 28461
(910) 756-6870
Grades: 6-8
| 591 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28461, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28461, NC include Southport Elementary School and South Brunswick Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28461?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28461.
What is the racial composition of students in 28461?
28461 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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