For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 615 students in 28338, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28338, NC are Mineral Springs Elementary School and Ellerbe Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28338 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28338, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28338, NC 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mineral Springs Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1426 Green Lake Rd
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7915
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7915
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Ellerbe Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
128 W Ballard Street
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7925
Ellerbe, NC 28338
(910) 582-7925
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28338, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28338, NC include Mineral Springs Elementary School and Ellerbe Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28338?
2 public schools are located in 28338.
What is the racial composition of students in 28338?
28338 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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