For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 431 students in 28605, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28605, NC is Blowing Rock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28605 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28605, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28605, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blowing Rock Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
165 Morris Street
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-3204
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
(828) 295-3204
Grades: PK-8
| 431 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28605, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28605, NC include Blowing Rock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28605?
1 public schools are located in 28605.
What is the racial composition of students in 28605?
28605 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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