For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 317 students in 28739, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 94 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 28739, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 28739, NC is Atkinson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28739 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28739, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28739, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Atkinson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2510 Old Kanuga Road
Hendersonville, NC 28739
(828) 697-4755
Hendersonville, NC 28739
(828) 697-4755
Grades: PK-5
| 317 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28739, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28739, NC include Atkinson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28739?
1 public schools are located in 28739.
What percentage of students in 28739 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 28739 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28739?
28739 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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