For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 494 students in 28711, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28711, NC are Black Mountain Elementary School and Black Mountain Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28711 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28711, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28711, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Black Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Flat Creek Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828) 669-5217
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828) 669-5217
Grades: 4-5
| 150 students
Rank: #22.
Black Mountain Primary
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 East State Street
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828) 669-2645
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(828) 669-2645
Grades: PK-3
| 344 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28711, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28711, NC include Black Mountain Elementary School and Black Mountain Primary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28711?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28711.
What is the racial composition of students in 28711?
28711 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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