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Best 28690 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 465 students in 28690, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28690, NC is Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28690 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28690, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28690, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heritage Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1951 Enon Road
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0731
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Burke Virtual Academy
Heritage Middle School, 1951 E
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 448-3175
Gr: K-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28690, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28690, NC include Heritage Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28690?
2 public middle schools are located in 28690.
What is the racial composition of students in 28690?
28690 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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