For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,537 students in 28715, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28715, NC are Pisgah Elementary School, Hominy Valley Elementary School and Candler Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28715 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28715, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28715, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pisgah Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1495 Pisgah Hwy
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5023
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5023
Grades: K-4
| 167 students
Rank: #22.
Hominy Valley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
450 Enka Lake Road
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 665-0619
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 665-0619
Grades: K-4
| 428 students
Rank: #33.
Candler Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
121 Candler School Road
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5018
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 670-5018
Grades: PK-4
| 365 students
Rank: #44.
Enka Intermediate
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 Asheville Commerce Parkway
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 255-1380
Candler, NC 28715
(828) 255-1380
Grades: 5-6
| 577 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28715, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28715, NC include Pisgah Elementary School, Hominy Valley Elementary School and Candler Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28715?
4 public elementary schools are located in 28715.
What is the racial composition of students in 28715?
28715 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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