For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 961 students in 28756, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28756, NC are Polk Central Elementary School, Polk County Middle School and Sunny View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28756 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28756, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28756, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Polk Central Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2141 South Nc9 Hwy
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-8233
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-8233
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Polk County Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
321 Wolverine Trail
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-2215
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-2215
Grades: 6-8
| 497 students
Rank: #33.
Sunny View Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
86 Sunny View School Road
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-1050
Mill Spring, NC 28756
(828) 894-1050
Grades: PK-5
| 123 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28756, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28756, NC include Polk Central Elementary School, Polk County Middle School and Sunny View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28756, NC?
3 public schools are located in 28756, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28756, NC?
28756, NC public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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