For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 945 students in Vale, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Vale, NC are Union Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School and Banoak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vale, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Vale have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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 Vale, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4875 Reepsville Rd
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-1493
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-1493
Grades: PK-5
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
North Brook Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
642 Hwy 274
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-2479
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-2479
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #33.
Banoak Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7651 W Nc 10 Hwy
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 462-2849
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 462-2849
Grades: K-6
| 271 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Vale, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Vale, NC include Union Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School and Banoak Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Vale?
3 public schools are located in Vale.
What is the racial composition of students in Vale?
Vale public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Vale are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Vale include: Union Elementary School vs. North Brook Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School vs. Union Elementary School
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