For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 417 students in 28768, NC (there are , serving 37 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 28768, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 28768, NC is Brevard Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28768 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28768, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28768, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brevard Academy
Charter School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1110 Hendersonville Highway
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
(828) 885-2665
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
(828) 885-2665
Gr: K-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28768, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28768, NC include Brevard Academy.
How many public schools are located in 28768?
1 public schools are located in 28768.
What percentage of students in 28768 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 28768 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28768?
28768 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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