For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 230 students in 28657, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 28657, NC is Avery Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 28657 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28657, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 28657, NC Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Avery Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
102 Old Montezuma Road
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0145
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0145
Grades: 6-8
| 230 students
28657, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
401 Avery County High School R
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Grades: 9-12
| 85 students
401 Avery County High School R
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 733-0151
Grades: 9
| 52 students
Blue Ridge High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
76 Old Montezuma Rd
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-5800
Newland, NC 28657
(828) 737-5800
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 28657, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 28657, NC include Avery Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 28657?
1 public middle schools are located in 28657.
What is the racial composition of students in 28657?
28657 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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