For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,505 students in 28716, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 55 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 28716, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28716, NC are Bethel Elementary School, Pisgah High School and North Canton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28716 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28716, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28716, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bethel Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4700 Old River Road
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3448
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3448
Grades: K-5
| 508 students
Rank: #22.
Pisgah High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Black Bear Drive
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3440
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3440
Grades: 9-12
| 950 students
Rank: #33.
North Canton Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
60 Thompson St
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3444
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3444
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #44.
Meadowbrook Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
85 Morningstar Rd
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3445
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3445
Grades: PK-5
| 214 students
Rank: #55.
Canton Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
60 Penland St
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3467
Canton, NC 28716
(828) 646-3467
Grades: 6-8
| 483 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28716, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28716, NC include Bethel Elementary School, Pisgah High School and North Canton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28716, NC?
5 public schools are located in 28716, NC.
What percentage of students in 28716, NC go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 28716, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28716, NC?
28716, NC public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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