For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,120 students in 28470, NC (there are 4 private schools, serving 461 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 28470, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28470, NC are Union Elementary School and West Brunswick High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28470 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28470, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28470, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
180 Union School Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5900
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5900
Gr: K-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
West Brunswick High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 Whiteville Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5050
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,466 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28470, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28470, NC include Union Elementary School and West Brunswick High School.
How many public schools are located in 28470?
2 public schools are located in 28470.
What percentage of students in 28470 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 28470 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28470?
28470 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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