For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 288 students in 28739, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 94 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 28739, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 28739, NC is Atkinson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28739 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28739, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28739, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Atkinson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2510 Old Kanuga Road
Hendersonville, NC 28739
(828) 697-4755
Hendersonville, NC 28739
(828) 697-4755
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28739, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28739, NC include Atkinson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28739?
1 public schools are located in 28739.
What percentage of students in 28739 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 28739 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28739?
28739 public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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