For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 189 students in 28676, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28676, NC is Mountain Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28676 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28676, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28676, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mountain Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 Mountain Park Rd
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-3933
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-3933
Grades: PK-5
| 189 students
28676, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2587 Pleasant Ridge Road
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-2721
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-2721
Grades: K-8
| 172 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28676, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28676, NC include Mountain Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28676?
1 public schools are located in 28676.
What is the racial composition of students in 28676?
28676 public schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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