For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 396 students in 28622, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28622, NC are Freedom Trail Elementary School and Cranberry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28622 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28622, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28622, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freedom Trail Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6110 North Us Hwy 19e
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Gr: PK-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Cranberry Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6230 North Us Highway 19e
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Gr: 6-8 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
28622, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
60 Flat Springs Rd
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 898-4343
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 898-4343
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28622, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28622, NC include Freedom Trail Elementary School and Cranberry Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28622?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28622.
What is the racial composition of students in 28622?
28622 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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