For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 530 students in 28804, NC (there are 7 private schools, serving 769 private students). 41% of all K-12 students in 28804, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28804, NC are Ira B Jones Elementary School and Woodfin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28804 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28804, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28804, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ira B Jones Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
544 Kimberly Avenue
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 350-6700
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 350-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #22.
Woodfin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
108 Elk Mountain Road
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 232-4287
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 232-4287
Grades: K-5
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28804, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28804, NC include Ira B Jones Elementary School and Woodfin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28804?
2 public schools are located in 28804.
What percentage of students in 28804 go to public school?
41% of all K-12 students in 28804 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28804?
28804 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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