For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 961 students in 28636, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28636, NC are Hiddenite Elementary School and East Alexander Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28636 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28636, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% 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 56% (majority Black).
Best 28636, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hiddenite Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
374 Sulphur Springs Road
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-2503
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-2503
Grades: PK-5
| 381 students
Rank: #22.
East Alexander Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1285 White Plains Road
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-7565
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-7565
Grades: 6-8
| 580 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28636, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28636, NC include Hiddenite Elementary School and East Alexander Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28636, NC?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28636, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28636, NC?
28636, NC 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 56% (majority Black).
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