For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,909 students in 28086, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28086, NC are West Elementary School, Kings Mountain Intermediate and Bethware Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28086 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28086, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28086, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 W Mountain Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8345
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8345
Gr: PK-4 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Kings Mountain Intermediate
(Math: 65% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
227 Kings Mountain Boulevard
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8366
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8366
Gr: 5-6 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Bethware Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
115 Bethware Drive
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8346
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8346
Gr: PK-4 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
East Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 N Cleveland Avenue
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8356
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8356
Gr: PK-4 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
North Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 N Ramseur Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8225
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 476-8225
Gr: PK-4 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
28086, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Davidson School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 W Parker Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Gr: 7-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
West Road Intermediate School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 W Parker Street
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Kings Mountain, NC 28086
(704) 734-5677
Gr: 6-11 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28086, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28086, NC include West Elementary School, Kings Mountain Intermediate and Bethware Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28086?
5 public elementary schools are located in 28086.
What is the racial composition of students in 28086?
28086 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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