Top 5 Best 28681 North Carolina Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,338 students in 28681, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28681, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28681, NC are Alexander Early College, Ellendale Elementary School and Alexander Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28681 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28681, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 28681, NC Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alexander Early College
Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
345 Industrial Blvd
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-8221
Grades: 9-12
| 193 students
Rank: #22.
Ellendale Elementary School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
175 Ellendale Park Lane
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-4866
Grades: K-5
| 204 students
Rank: #33.
Alexander Central High School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
223 School Drive
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-7063
Grades: 9-12
| 1,264 students
Rank: #44.
Taylorsville Elementary School
Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
100 7th Street Sw
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-3072
Grades: PK-5
| 231 students
Rank: #55.
West Alexander Middle School
Math: 51% | Reading: 61%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
85 Bulldog Lane
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 495-4611
Grades: 6-8
| 462 students
Rank: #66.
Sugar Loaf Elementary School
Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3600 Nc Hwy 16n
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-2192
Grades: K-5
| 208 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Bethlehem Elementary School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7900 Nc Hwy 127
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 495-8198
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Wittenburg Elementary School
Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7300 Church Road
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-2395
Grades: PK-5
| 286 students
Rank: n/an/a
700 Liledoun Rd
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-7001
Grades: K-8
| 53 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28681 North Carolina

28681, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
928 Nc Hwy 16 South
Taylorsville, NC 28681
(828) 632-1141
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 28681, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28681, NC include Alexander Early College, Ellendale Elementary School and Alexander Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 28681, NC?
9 public schools are located in 28681, NC.
What percentage of students in 28681, NC go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28681, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28681, NC?
28681, NC public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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