For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 138 students in 28743, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28743, NC is Hot Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28743 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28743, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28743, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hot Springs Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
63 Serpentine Ave
Hot Springs, NC 28743
(828) 622-3292
Hot Springs, NC 28743
(828) 622-3292
Gr: K-5 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28743, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28743, NC include Hot Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28743?
1 public schools are located in 28743.
What is the racial composition of students in 28743?
28743 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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