For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 821 students in 28654, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28654, NC are Moravian Falls Elementary School and Central Wilkes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28654 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28654, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28654, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moravian Falls Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2001 Moravian Falls Rd
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 838-4077
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 838-4077
Gr: PK-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Central Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3541 South Nc Hwy 16
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 903-4180
Moravian Falls, NC 28654
(336) 903-4180
Gr: 6-8 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28654, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28654, NC include Moravian Falls Elementary School and Central Wilkes Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28654?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28654.
What is the racial composition of students in 28654?
28654 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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