Best Schools in 28429, NC
28429, NC has a total of 11 schools including 3 high schools, 3 middle schools and 5 elementary schools. A total of 5,070 students attend 28429, NC schools. On average, schools in 28429 score 59% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 51% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 28429 greatly exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in 28429, NC
28429, NC has 3 high schools with 688 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in 28429 score 81% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 70% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 28429 greatly exceed expectations.
1. Pender Early College High
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Pender County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 203 Students
2. Wilmington Early College High
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 255 Students
3. Sea-tech
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 230 Students
Best Middle Schools in 28429, NC
28429, NC has 3 middle schools with 1,993 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in 28429 score 52% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 45% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 28429 greatly exceed expectations.
1. Emma B Trask Middle
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 673 Students
2. Holly Shelter Middle
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 858 Students
3. Cape Fear Middle
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Pender County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 462 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 28429, NC
28429, NC has 5 elementary schools with 2,389 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in 28429 score 50% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 43% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 28429 exceed expectations.
1. Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elem
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades KG - 5 • 440 Students
2. Murrayville Elementary
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 569 Students
3. Castle Hayne Elementary
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 459 Students
4. Rocky Point Elementary
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Pender County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 399 Students
5. Wrightsboro Elementary
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New Hanover County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 522 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 28429, NC
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
28429, NC has a total population of 8,778 with 22% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 90%, and 27% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 28429, NC
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 28429, NC.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
20.92 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.99 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
17.92 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 28429, NC.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 28429, NC.
ISP Report Card
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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