For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 404 students in 28622, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 3 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 28622, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28622, NC are Freedom Trail Elementary School and Cranberry Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28622 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28622, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28622, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freedom Trail Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6110 North Us Hwy 19e
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Gr: PK-5 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Cranberry Middle School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6230 North Us Highway 19e
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 733-2932
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
28622, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
60 Flat Springs Rd
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 898-4343
Elk Park, NC 28622
(828) 898-4343
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28622, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28622, NC include Freedom Trail Elementary School and Cranberry Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28622?
2 public schools are located in 28622.
What percentage of students in 28622 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 28622 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28622?
28622 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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