For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,196 students in 28726, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28726, NC are Hillandale Elementary School and Flat Rock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28726 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28726, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28726, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillandale Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Preston Lane
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4782
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4782
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #22.
Flat Rock Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
191 Preston Lane
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4775
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4775
Grades: 6-8
| 739 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28726, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28726, NC include Hillandale Elementary School and Flat Rock Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28726?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28726.
What is the racial composition of students in 28726?
28726 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% 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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