For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 607 students in 28734, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28734, NC are Macon Middle School and Macon Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28734 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28734, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28734, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Macon Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1345 Wells Grove Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 524-3766
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 524-3766
Gr: 7-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Macon Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
158 Union School Rd
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 369-3314
Franklin, NC 28734
(828) 369-3314
Gr: K-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 24%
28734, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28734, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28734, NC include Macon Middle School and Macon Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 28734?
2 public middle schools are located in 28734.
What is the racial composition of students in 28734?
28734 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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