For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 562 students in 28731, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28731, NC are Upward Elementary School and Henderson County Career Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28731 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28731, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 28731, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Upward Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
45 Education Drive
Flat Rock, NC 28731
(828) 697-4764
Flat Rock, NC 28731
(828) 697-4764
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #22.
Henderson County Career Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 East Campus Drive
Flat Rock, NC 28731
(828) 697-4629
Flat Rock, NC 28731
(828) 697-4629
Grades: 6-12
| 141 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28731, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28731, NC include Upward Elementary School and Henderson County Career Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28731, NC?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28731, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28731, NC?
28731, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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