For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 168 students in 28604, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28604, NC is Banner Elk Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28604 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28604, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28604, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Banner Elk Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
155 Orchard Lane
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 737-5700
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 737-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 168 students
28604, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
64 Grandfather Home Drive
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 897-4500
Banner Elk, NC 28604
(828) 897-4500
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28604, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28604, NC include Banner Elk Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28604?
1 public schools are located in 28604.
What is the racial composition of students in 28604?
28604 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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