For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,488 students in 28753, NC (there are , serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28753, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28753, NC are Madison Early College High School, Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28753 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28753, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28753, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madison Early College High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5734 Us 25/70 Hwy
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-0319
Gr: 9-13 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Brush Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
265 Upper Brush Creek Road
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-1547
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-1547
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
95 Upper Brush Creek Rd
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2269
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2269
Gr: 6-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Madison High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5740 Us Hwy 25-70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Madison Velocity Learning Center
Alternative School
5740 Us Hwy 25/70
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2876
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 8%
28753, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4100 Highway 212
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Gr: K-5 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28753, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28753, NC include Madison Early College High School, Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28753?
5 public schools are located in 28753.
What percentage of students in 28753 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28753 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28753?
28753 public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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