For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 300 students in 28729, NC.
The top ranked public elementary school in 28729, NC is Etowah Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 28729 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28729, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28729, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Etowah Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
320 Etowah School Road
Etowah, NC 28729
(828) 891-6560
Etowah, NC 28729
(828) 891-6560
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28729, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28729, NC include Etowah Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28729?
1 public elementary schools are located in 28729.
What is the racial composition of students in 28729?
28729 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% 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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