For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 484 students in 28659, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28659, NC is North Wilkes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28659 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28659, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28659, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2776 Yellow Banks Road
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 903-6224
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 903-6224
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28659, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28659, NC include North Wilkes Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28659?
1 public middle schools are located in 28659.
What is the racial composition of students in 28659?
28659 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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