For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,702 students in Arden, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 422 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Arden, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Arden, NC are Glen Arden Elementary School, Valley Springs Middle School and Avery's Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arden, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Arden have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Arden, NC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glen Arden Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Pinehurst Circle
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1800
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1800
Grades: K-4
| 494 students
Rank: #22.
Valley Springs Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
224 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1785
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1785
Grades: 5-8
| 649 students
Rank: #33.
Avery's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15 Park South Boulevard
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1810
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1810
Grades: K-4
| 559 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Arden, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Arden, NC include Glen Arden Elementary School, Valley Springs Middle School and Avery's Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Arden, NC?
3 public schools are located in Arden, NC.
What percentage of students in Arden, NC go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Arden, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Arden, NC?
Arden, NC public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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