For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 189 students in 28705, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28705, NC is Bowman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28705 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28705, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28705, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bowman Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
410 S Mitchell Avenue
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3370
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3370
Grades: 5-8
| 189 students
28705, North Carolina 九游体育s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12190 North Hwy 226
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Grades: K-5
| 31 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28705, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28705, NC include Bowman Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28705?
1 public middle schools are located in 28705.
What is the racial composition of students in 28705?
28705 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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