For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 654 students in 28704, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 28704, NC is Valley Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28704 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28704, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28704, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Springs Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
224 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1785
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1785
Gr: 5-8 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28704, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28704, NC include Valley Springs Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28704?
1 public middle schools are located in 28704.
What is the racial composition of students in 28704?
28704 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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