For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,082 students in 28601, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28601, NC are Northview Middle School and Harry M Arndt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28601 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28601, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28601, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northview Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
302 28th Avenue Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 327-6300
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 327-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Harry M Arndt Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3350 34th Street Drive Ne
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9545
Hickory, NC 28601
(828) 256-9545
Gr: 7-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28601, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28601, NC include Northview Middle School and Harry M Arndt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28601?
2 public middle schools are located in 28601.
What is the racial composition of students in 28601?
28601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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