For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 189 students in 28676, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 28676, NC is Mountain Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28676 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28676, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28676, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 Mountain Park Rd
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-3933
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-3933
Gr: PK-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
28676, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2587 Pleasant Ridge Road
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-2721
State Road, NC 28676
(336) 874-2721
Gr: K-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28676, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28676, NC include Mountain Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28676?
1 public schools are located in 28676.
What is the racial composition of students in 28676?
28676 public schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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