Best 28785 North Carolina Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 345 students in 28785, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28785, NC is Jonathan Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28785 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28785, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28785, NC Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jonathan Valley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
410 Hall Drive
Waynesville, NC 28785
(828) 926-3207
Gr: PK-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 28785, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28785, NC include Jonathan Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28785?
1 public schools are located in 28785.
What is the racial composition of students in 28785?
28785 public schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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