For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,327 students in 28037, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28037, NC are Rock Springs Elementary School, Lincoln Charter School and Catawba Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28037 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28037, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28037, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Springs Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3633 Hwy 16 N
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 483-2281
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 483-2281
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7834 Galway Lane
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 483-6611
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 483-6611
Gr: K-12 | 2,316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Catawba Springs Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 North Little Egypt Rd
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 736-1895
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 736-1895
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
St. James Elementary School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1774 St James Church Road
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 736-1958
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 736-1958
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
North Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1503 Amity Church Road
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 736-0262
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 736-0262
Gr: 6-8 | 774 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #66.
West Lake Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1691 Forney Creek
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 966-2202
Denver, NC 28037
(704) 966-2202
Gr: K-9 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 57:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28037, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28037, NC include Rock Springs Elementary School, Lincoln Charter School and Catawba Springs Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28037?
6 public elementary schools are located in 28037.
What is the racial composition of students in 28037?
28037 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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