Best 28709 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 109 students in 28709, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28709, NC is Barnardsville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28709 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28709, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28709, NC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Barnardsville Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
20 Hillcrest Drive
Barnardsville, NC 28709
(828) 626-2290
Gr: PK-4 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 28709, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28709, NC include Barnardsville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28709?
1 public schools are located in 28709.
What is the racial composition of students in 28709?
28709 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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