For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 917 students in 28705, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28705, NC are Mitchell High School, Gouge Elementary School and Bowman Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28705 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28705, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28705, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mitchell High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
416 Ledger School Rd
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3400
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 476 students
Rank: #22.
Gouge Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
134 Laurel Street
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-2260
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-2260
Grades: K-4
| 233 students
Rank: #33.
Bowman Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 S Mitchell Avenue
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3370
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 766-3370
Grades: 5-8
| 208 students
28705, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12190 North Hwy 226
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Bakersville, NC 28705
(828) 688-2324
Grades: K-5
| 31 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28705, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28705, NC include Mitchell High School, Gouge Elementary School and Bowman Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28705, NC?
3 public schools are located in 28705, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28705, NC?
28705, NC public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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