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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 28081


At a glance
6
Schools
3,068
Students
2
Districts
Top rankedCharles E Boger Elementary362nd of 1,490 North Carolina elementary schools
Biggest riser
North Kannapolis Elementary up 258 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
North Kannapolis Elementary 11 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
4★
1★
1 school without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The 28081 zip code area in North Carolina is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 middle school. While the schools in this area serve a diverse student population, the academic performance varies significantly, with one standout school and several struggling institutions.

Charles E Boger Elementary is the highest-performing school in the area, ranking 362 out of 1,490 North Carolina elementary schools and consistently maintaining a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Shady Brook Elementary is the lowest-performing, ranking 1,244 out of 1,490 and receiving a 0-star rating for the past 2 years. The Kannapolis City Schools district, which encompasses the schools in the 28081 zip code, is also underperforming, ranking 208 out of 242 school districts in North Carolina and receiving a 1-star rating.

The disparities in school performance within the 28081 zip code area are further highlighted by the significant differences in test scores and resource allocation. Charles E Boger Elementary stands out with higher test scores than the district and state averages, while Fred L Wilson Elementary and Shady Brook Elementary struggle with low test scores, particularly in reading. Additionally, the spending per student varies widely, with North Kannapolis Elementary having the highest spending and Kannapolis Middle School having the lowest.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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