Grade Trends

Schools near ZIP 28097

5 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Locust

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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West Stanly Middle School
Grades 6–8 · Stanly County Schools
1.6 mi
72%
+16 vs state
67%
+11 vs state
80%
+12 vs state
9% Average of math, English and science: 61% in 2022-23 → 70% in 2025-26 100% 10% 662 White 71%
Locust Elementary
Grades K–5 · Stanly County Schools
2.7 mi
76%
+12 vs state
70%
+14 vs state
86%
+18 vs state
Average of math, English and science: 73% in 2022-23 → 73% in 2025-26 99% 9% 563 White 72%
West Stanly High
Grades 9–12 · Stanly County Schools
3.3 mi
57%
+15 vs state
64%
±0 vs state
66%
+8 vs state
14% Average of math, English and science: 47% in 2022-23 → 61% in 2025-26 100% 13% 800 White 73%
Stanfield Elementary
Grades K–5 · Stanly County Schools
5.0 mi
67%
+4 vs state
57%
+1 vs state
72%
+5 vs state
14% Average of math, English and science: 48% in 2022-23 → 62% in 2025-26 99% 13% 483 White 64%
Oakboro Choice STEM
Grades K–8 · Stanly County Schools
5.4 mi
78%
+17 vs state
75%
+19 vs state
81%
+13 vs state
7% Average of math, English and science: 69% in 2022-23 → 76% in 2025-26 99% 9% 353 White 82%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).