For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,663 students in 28690, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28690, NC are Jimmy C Draughn High School, Heritage Middle School and Valdese Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28690 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 28690, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 28690, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jimmy C Draughn High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
709 Lovelady Road Ne
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 879-4200
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 879-4200
Grades: 9-12
| 629 students
Rank: #22.
Heritage Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1951 Enon Road
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0731
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0731
Grades: 6-8
| 512 students
Rank: #33.
Valdese Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
298 Praley Street
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0704
Valdese, NC 28690
(828) 874-0704
Grades: PK-5
| 522 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28690, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28690, NC include Jimmy C Draughn High School, Heritage Middle School and Valdese Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28690, NC?
3 public schools are located in 28690, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28690, NC?
28690, NC public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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