For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,678 students in 28090, NC (there are , serving 38 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 28090, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28090, NC are Burns High School and Burns Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28090 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28090, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28090, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burns High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 E Stagecoach Trail
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8335
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8335
Gr: 9-12 | 922 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Burns Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
215 Shady Grove Road
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8223
Lawndale, NC 28090
(704) 476-8223
Gr: 6-8 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28090, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28090, NC include Burns High School and Burns Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28090?
2 public schools are located in 28090.
What percentage of students in 28090 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 28090 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28090?
28090 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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