For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,074 students in 28314, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 734 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 28314, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28314, NC are Alpha Academy, E E Miller Elementary School and Bill Hefner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28314 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28314, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28314, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alpha Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8030 Raeford Road
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 223-7711
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 223-7711
Gr: K-12 | 960 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
E E Miller Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1361 Rim Road
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 868-2800
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 868-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Bill Hefner Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7059 Calamar Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 860-7058
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 860-7058
Gr: PK-5 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Lake Rim Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1455 Hoke Loop Road
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 867-1133
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 867-1133
Gr: PK-5 | 656 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
Anne Chesnutt Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2121 Skibo Road
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 867-9147
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 867-9147
Gr: 6-8 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
Montclair Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
555 Glensford Drive
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 868-5124
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 868-5124
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Lewis Chapel Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Skibo Road
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 864-1407
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 864-1407
Gr: 6-8 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Cliffdale Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6450 Cliffdale Road
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 864-3442
Fayetteville, NC 28314
(910) 864-3442
Gr: PK-5 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28314, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28314, NC include Alpha Academy, E E Miller Elementary School and Bill Hefner Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28314?
8 public schools are located in 28314.
What percentage of students in 28314 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 28314 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28314?
28314 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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