For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 112 students in 28359, NC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 28359, NC is Cis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 28359 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28359, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28359, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cis Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
818 West 3rd Street
Lumberton, NC 28359
(910) 521-1669
Lumberton, NC 28359
(910) 521-1669
Grades: 6-8
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28359, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28359, NC include Cis Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28359?
1 public elementary schools are located in 28359.
What is the racial composition of students in 28359?
28359 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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