For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 236 students in 28623, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28623, NC is Glade Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28623 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28623, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28623, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Creek Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32 Glade Creek Sch Road
Ennice, NC 28623
(336) 657-3388
Ennice, NC 28623
(336) 657-3388
Gr: PK-8 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28623, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28623, NC include Glade Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28623?
1 public schools are located in 28623.
What is the racial composition of students in 28623?
28623 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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