For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 839 students in 28697, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28697, NC are Wilkesboro Elementary School and West Wilkes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28697 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28697, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28697, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilkesboro Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1248 School St
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-4261
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-4261
Grades: PK-5
| 389 students
Rank: #22.
West Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1677 North Nc Hwy 16
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Grades: 6-8
| 450 students
28697, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
374 Lincoln Heights Rd
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 667-3653
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28697, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28697, NC include Wilkesboro Elementary School and West Wilkes Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28697?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28697.
What is the racial composition of students in 28697?
28697 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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