Best 28315 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,774 students in 28315, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28315, NC are The Academy Of Moore County, Southern Middle School and Aberdeen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28315 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28315, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28315, NC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Academy Of Moore County
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
12588 Hwy 15-501 South
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 757-0401
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
717 Johnson Street
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 693-1550
Gr: 6-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Aberdeen Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
525 Farrell Parkway
Aberdeen, NC 28315
(910) 947-8030
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 28315, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28315, NC include The Academy Of Moore County, Southern Middle School and Aberdeen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28315?
3 public schools are located in 28315.
What is the racial composition of students in 28315?
28315 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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