Best 28160 North Carolina Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 532 students in 28160, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 96 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 28160, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28160, NC are Rutherford Early College High School and Spindale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28160 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28160, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 28160, NC Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rutherford Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
286 Icc Loop Road
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 288-2202
Grades: 9-13
| 191 students
Rank: #22.
Spindale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
161 N Oak St
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-2861
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 28160 North Carolina

28160, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Carver Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
900 Carver St
Spindale, NC 28160
(828) 286-3901
Grades: PK
| 206 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 28160, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28160, NC include Rutherford Early College High School and Spindale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28160?
2 public schools are located in 28160.
What percentage of students in 28160 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 28160 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28160?
28160 public schools minority enrollment is 40% 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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