For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 634 students in 28723, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28723, NC are Catamount School and Cullowhee Valley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28723 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28723, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28723, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Catamount School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 University Drive Reid 100
Cullowhee, NC 28723
(828) 227-7500
Cullowhee, NC 28723
(828) 227-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Cullowhee Valley School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
240 Wisdom Drive
Cullowhee, NC 28723
(828) 293-5667
Cullowhee, NC 28723
(828) 293-5667
Gr: PK-8 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28723, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28723, NC include Catamount School and Cullowhee Valley School.
How many public schools are located in 28723?
2 public schools are located in 28723.
What is the racial composition of students in 28723?
28723 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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