- Coastal Elementary — Grades K–5 · 833 students
- Dixon Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 760 students
- Southwest Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 720 students
- Morton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 715 students
- Queens Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 706 students
- Silverdale Elementary — Grades K–5 · 648 students
- Swansboro Elementary — Grades K–5 · 592 students
- Richlands Elementary — Grades K–5 · 591 students
- Hunters Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 585 students
- Stateside Elementary — Grades K–5 · 579 students
- Carolina Forest Elementary — Grades K–5 · 570 students
- Heritage Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 565 students
- Bell Fork Elementary — Grades K–5 · 551 students
- Clear View Elementary — Grades K–5 · 535 students
- Sand Ridge Elementary — Grades K–5 · 527 students
- Meadow View Elementary — Grades K–5 · 520 students
- Jacksonville Commons Elem — Grades K–5 · 506 students
- Blue Creek Elementary — Grades K–5 · 498 students
- Summersill Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 482 students
- Parkwood Elementary — Grades K–5 · 457 students
- Northwoods Elementary — Grades K–5 · 439 students
- Clyde Erwin Elementary — Grades K–5 · 283 students
- Swansboro Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,052 students
- Dixon Middle — Grades 6–8 · 997 students
- Jacksonville Commons Middle — Grades 6–8 · 918 students
- Hunters Creek Middle — Grades 6–8 · 856 students
- Trexler Middle — Grades 6–8 · 770 students
- Northwoods Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 633 students
- Southwest Middle — Grades 6–8 · 510 students
- New Bridge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 482 students
- Jacksonville High — Grades 9–12 · 1,441 students
- White Oak High — Grades 9–12 · 1,252 students
- Swansboro High — Grades 9–12 · 1,232 students
- Dixon High — Grades 9–12 · 1,085 students
- Northside High — Grades 9–12 · 1,067 students
- Richlands High — Grades 9–12 · 1,027 students
- Southwest High — Grades 9–12 · 803 students
- Onslow Early College — Grades 9–12 · 189 students
- Onslow Virtual School — Grades 1–12 · 421 students
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| Metric | Onslow County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 27,921 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 40 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,233/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
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Ranked against 115 rated districts in NC → 67th percentile → 7/10.
Source: North Carolina Dept. of Public Instruction EOG, grades 3–8 Reading & Math Grade Level Proficient, 2024–25 school year. Full methodology →
About Onslow County Schools
Onslow County Schools serves zip code 28555, covering Onslow, North Carolina with grades Pre-K – 12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Onslow County Schools spent $10,233 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), roughly in line with North Carolina’s statewide $10,300 estimate. Of the district’s 2019 graduating cohort of 1,769 students, an estimated 91% earned a diploma within four years (EDFacts adjusted cohort graduation rate).
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 40 schools serving approximately 27,921 students across grades Pre-K – 12th, Onslow County Schools is a large district. Contact Onslow County Schools to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Onslow County Schools 6 out of 10 — average among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in North Carolina’s EOG grades 3–8 Reading & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Onslow County Schools falls near the middle of North Carolina on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 28555
Children in zip code 28555 are assigned to Onslow County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 28555, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Onslow County Schools at (910)455-2211 or visit onslowcounty.schoolinsites.com/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Onslow
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Onslow County Schools serves zip code 28555, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 28555 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Onslow County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 28555.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Onslow County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 28555 data.