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Best 28360 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,410 students in 28360, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28360, NC are Psrc Early College At Rcc, Magnolia Elementary School and Deep Branch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28360 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28360, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28360, NC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Psrc Early College At Rcc
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5160 Fayetteville Road
Lumberton, NC 28360
(910) 737-5232
Gr: 9-13 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10928 Us 301 North
Lumberton, NC 28360
(910) 671-6070
Gr: PK-8 | 779 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
Deep Branch Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4045 Deep Branch Road
Lumberton, NC 28360
(910) 738-2514
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 28360, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28360, NC include Psrc Early College At Rcc, Magnolia Elementary School and Deep Branch Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28360?
3 public schools are located in 28360.
What is the racial composition of students in 28360?
28360 public schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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