For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,625 students in 28801, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28801, NC are Montford North Star Academy, Isaac Dickson Elementary School and Claxton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28801 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28801, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28801, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montford North Star Academy
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Montford Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6900
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Hill Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6800
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Claxton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
241 Merrimon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6500
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6500
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Asheville Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 S French Broad Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6200
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain City Public Montessori
Charter School
27 Church Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 570-5554
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 570-5554
Gr: K-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28801, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28801, NC include Montford North Star Academy, Isaac Dickson Elementary School and Claxton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28801?
5 public elementary schools are located in 28801.
What is the racial composition of students in 28801?
28801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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