For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,478 students in 28075, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28075, NC are Hickory Ridge Middle School and A.c.e. Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28075 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28075, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28075, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hickory Ridge Middle School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7336 Raging Ridge Rd
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 260-6490
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 260-6490
Gr: 6-8 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
A.c.e. Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7807 Caldwell Road
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 456-7153
Harrisburg, NC 28075
(704) 456-7153
Gr: K-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28075, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28075, NC include Hickory Ridge Middle School and A.c.e. Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 28075?
2 public middle schools are located in 28075.
What is the racial composition of students in 28075?
28075 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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