For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 851 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 50% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28697, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 28697, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilkesboro Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1248 School St
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-4261
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 838-4261
Grades: PK-5
| 343 students
Rank: #22.
West Wilkes Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1677 North Nc Hwy 16
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Wilkesboro, NC 28697
(336) 651-4381
Grades: 6-8
| 508 students
28697, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Wilkes County Career Center (Closed 2011)
Magnet School
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, NC?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28697, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28697, NC?
28697, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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