For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 549 students in Jefferson, NC.
The top-ranked public school in Jefferson, NC is Mountain View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Jefferson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jefferson, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2789 Hwy 221 N
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 982-4200
Jefferson, NC 28640
(336) 982-4200
Gr: PK-6 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jefferson, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Jefferson, NC include Mountain View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jefferson?
1 public schools are located in Jefferson.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson?
Jefferson public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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