For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 87 students in Topton, NC.
The top ranked public school in Topton, NC is Nantahala School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Topton, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Topton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Topton, NC (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nantahala School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
213 Windingstairs Rd
Topton, NC 28781
(828) 321-4388
Topton, NC 28781
(828) 321-4388
Gr: K-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Topton, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Topton, NC include Nantahala School.
How many public schools are located in Topton?
1 public schools are located in Topton.
What is the racial composition of students in Topton?
Topton public schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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