For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 837 students in 28753, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28753, NC are Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28753 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28753, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28753, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brush Creek Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
265 Upper Brush Creek Road
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-1547
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-1547
Grades: K-5
| 373 students
Rank: #22.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
95 Upper Brush Creek Rd
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2269
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 649-2269
Grades: 6-8
| 464 students
28753, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4100 Highway 212
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 656-2223
Grades: K-5
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28753, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28753, NC include Brush Creek Elementary School and Madison Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28753?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28753.
What is the racial composition of students in 28753?
28753 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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