For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,120 students in 28043, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28043, NC are Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School, Harris Elementary School and Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28043 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28043, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 28043, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2785 Hudlow Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 287-4792
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 287-4792
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
Rank: #22.
Harris Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3330 Us 221 S Hwy
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-2354
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-2354
Grades: PK-5
| 454 students
Rank: #33.
Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Forrest Hunt Drive
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-2161
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-2161
Grades: PK-5
| 369 students
Rank: #44.
Forest City-dunbar Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
286 Learning Parkway
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-4978
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-4978
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #55.
Chase Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
840 Chase High Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 247-1043
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 247-1043
Grades: 6-8
| 517 students
Rank: #66.
Rutherford Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Old Caroleen Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-5294
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 248-5294
Grades: 6-12
| 95 students
28043, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
140 Old Carolean Road
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 245-5230
Grades: K-2
| 243 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28043, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28043, NC include Mt. Vernon-ruth Elementary School, Harris Elementary School and Forrest W. Hunt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28043, NC?
6 public elementary schools are located in 28043, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28043, NC?
28043, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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