For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,741 students in 28451, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28451, NC are Classical Charter Schools Of Leland and Leland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28451 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28451, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28451, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Classical Charter Schools Of Leland
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7055 Bacon's Way
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 655-1214
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 655-1214
Gr: K-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Leland Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
927 Old Fayetteville Road Ne
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 371-3030
Leland, NC 28451
(910) 371-3030
Gr: 6-8 | 806 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28451, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28451, NC include Classical Charter Schools Of Leland and Leland Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28451?
2 public middle schools are located in 28451.
What is the racial composition of students in 28451?
28451 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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