For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 279 students in 28616, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28616, NC are Crossnore Elementary School and Marjorie Williams Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28616 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28616, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28616, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crossnore Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Walt Clark Road
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 737-7204
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 737-7204
Grades: PK-5
| 195 students
Rank: #22.
Marjorie Williams Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
129 Allen Circle
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 733-5241
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 733-5241
Grades: K-12
| 84 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28616, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28616, NC include Crossnore Elementary School and Marjorie Williams Academy.
How many public schools are located in 28616, NC?
2 public schools are located in 28616, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28616, NC?
28616, NC public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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