For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,216 students in 28479, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28479, NC are Town Creek Elementary School and Town Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28479 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28479, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28479, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Town Creek Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6330 Lake Park Dr Se
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5350
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5350
Gr: K-4 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Town Creek Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6370 Lake Park Drive Se
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5320
Winnabow, NC 28479
(910) 756-5320
Gr: 5-8 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28479, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28479, NC include Town Creek Elementary School and Town Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28479?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28479.
What is the racial composition of students in 28479?
28479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).