For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 7,428 students in 28115, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28115, NC are Pine Lake Preparatory, Rocky River Elementary School and Coddle Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28115 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28115, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28115, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Lake Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
104 Yellow Wood Circle
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 237-5304
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 237-5304
Gr: K-12 | 1,888 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Rocky River Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
483 Rocky River Rd
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2740
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2740
Gr: PK-2 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Coddle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
141 Frank's Crossing Loop
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 439-1550
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 439-1550
Gr: PK-5 | 808 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Park View Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 W Mcneely Ave
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2550
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2550
Gr: K-2 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
South Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
839 S Magnolia St
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2650
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2650
Gr: PK-2 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #66.
East Mooresville Intermediate
(Math: 64% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1711 Landis Highway
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2700
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2700
Gr: 3-5 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #77.
Mooresville Intermediate
(Math: 57% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1438 Coddle Creek Hwy
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2680
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2680
Gr: 3-5 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #88.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1748 Charlotte Hwy
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 664-2582
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 664-2582
Gr: PK-5 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #99.
Mooresville Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
233 Kistler Farm Rd
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2720
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2720
Gr: 6-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: n/an/a
Nf Woods Campus
Alternative School
574 W Mclelland Ave
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2500
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2500
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
235 Rinehardt Rd
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2670
Mooresville, NC 28115
(704) 658-2670
Gr: 6-8 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28115, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28115, NC include Pine Lake Preparatory, Rocky River Elementary School and Coddle Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28115?
11 public elementary schools are located in 28115.
What is the racial composition of students in 28115?
28115 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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