For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,376 students in 28694, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28694, NC are Ashe County Early College High School, Ashe County High School and Westwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28694 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28694, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28694, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashe County Early College High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
363 Campus Dr
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-1881
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-1881
Grades: 9-13
| 124 students
Rank: #22.
Ashe County High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
184 Campus Drive
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-2400
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 778 students
Rank: #33.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4083 Us Hwy 221s
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 877-2921
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 877-2921
Grades: K-6
| 474 students
28694, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 68
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3221
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3221
Grades: PK-6
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28694, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28694, NC include Ashe County Early College High School, Ashe County High School and Westwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28694?
3 public schools are located in 28694.
What is the racial composition of students in 28694?
28694 public schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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