For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,377 students in West Jefferson, NC.
The top ranked public schools in West Jefferson, NC are Ashe County Early College High School, Ashe County High School and Westwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Jefferson, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in West Jefferson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in West Jefferson, NC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashe County Early College High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
363 Campus Dr
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-1881
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-1881
Grades: 9-13
| 125 students
Rank: #22.
Ashe County High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
184 Campus Drive
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-2400
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 846-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 778 students
Rank: #33.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4083 Us Hwy 221s
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 877-2921
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 877-2921
Grades: K-6
| 474 students
West Jefferson, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 68
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3221
West Jefferson, NC 28694
(336) 246-3221
Grades: PK-6
| 352 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Jefferson, NC?
The top ranked public schools in West Jefferson, NC include Ashe County Early College High School, Ashe County High School and Westwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Jefferson, NC?
3 public schools are located in West Jefferson, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in West Jefferson, NC?
West Jefferson, NC public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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