For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,672 students in 28803, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 623 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 28803, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28803, NC are Silsa, Roberson High School and Reynolds High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28803 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28803, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28803, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Silsa
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
419 Mcdowell Street
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2700
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Roberson High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1765
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1765
Gr: 9-12 | 1,479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Reynolds High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
One Rocket Drive
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-2500
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,169 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Asheville High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 Mcdowell Street
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2500
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,221 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Estes Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
275 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1795
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1795
Gr: PK-4 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Koontz Intermediate
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 684-1295
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 684-1295
Gr: 5-6 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #77.
Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2 Rocket Drive
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-7484
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-7484
Gr: 6-8 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Oakley Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
753 Fairview Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-7515
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-7515
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28803, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28803, NC include Silsa, Roberson High School and Reynolds High School.
How many public schools are located in 28803?
8 public schools are located in 28803.
What percentage of students in 28803 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 28803 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28803?
28803 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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