For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 578 students in 28673, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28673, NC is Sherrills Ford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28673 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28673, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28673, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherrills Ford Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8103 Sherrills Ford Road
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
(828) 478-2662
Sherrills Ford, NC 28673
(828) 478-2662
Gr: K-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28673, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28673, NC include Sherrills Ford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28673?
1 public schools are located in 28673.
What is the racial composition of students in 28673?
28673 public schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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