Best Public Schools in Zip Code 28105

The 28105 zip code area is home to 9 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. Overall, the schools in this area perform above the state and district averages in academic proficiency, with a few standout institutions like Socrates Academy, Crestdale Middle, and Elizabeth Lane Elementary.

Socrates Academy, a public charter school, stands out with exceptional academic performance, consistently achieving proficiency rates significantly higher than the state and Socrates Academy district averages. Crestdale Middle and Elizabeth Lane Elementary are also high-performing, with 4- and 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger, respectively. In contrast, some schools like Mint Hill Elementary and Crown Point Elementary have lower proficiency rates compared to the area's top performers.

The schools in the 28105 zip code serve communities with varying socioeconomic backgrounds, as evidenced by the significant differences in the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the data does not show a clear correlation between higher spending per student and better academic performance. Schools like Elizabeth Lane Elementary and Crestdale Middle achieve high performance with relatively lower per-student spending compared to other schools in the area.