For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 549 students in 28640, NC (there are , serving 6 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28640, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 28640, NC is Mountain View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28640 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 28640, NC 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 28640, NC Public Schools (2025)
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 28640, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28640, NC include Mountain View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28640?
1 public schools are located in 28640.
What percentage of students in 28640 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28640 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28640?
28640 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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