For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,278 students in 28586, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28586, NC are West Craven High School and Vanceboro-farm Life Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28586 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28586, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28586, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Craven High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Streets Ferry Road
Vanceboro, NC 28586
(252) 244-3200
Vanceboro, NC 28586
(252) 244-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Vanceboro-farm Life Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Farm Life Avenue
Vanceboro, NC 28586
(252) 244-3215
Vanceboro, NC 28586
(252) 244-3215
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28586, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28586, NC include West Craven High School and Vanceboro-farm Life Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28586?
2 public schools are located in 28586.
What is the racial composition of students in 28586?
28586 public schools minority enrollment is 55% 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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