For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 921 students in 28621, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28621, NC are C B Eller Elementary School and Elkin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28621 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28621, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28621, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C B Eller Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1288 Cb Eller School Rd
Elkin, NC 28621
(336) 903-6100
Elkin, NC 28621
(336) 903-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Elkin Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
135 Old Virginia Rd
Elkin, NC 28621
(336) 835-2756
Elkin, NC 28621
(336) 835-2756
Gr: PK-6 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28621, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28621, NC include C B Eller Elementary School and Elkin Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28621?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28621.
What is the racial composition of students in 28621?
28621 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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