For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 476 students in 28679, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28679, NC are Valle Crucis Elementary School and Bethel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28679 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28679, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28679, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valle Crucis Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2998 Broadstone Road
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
(828) 963-4712
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
(828) 963-4712
Grades: PK-8
| 342 students
Rank: #22.
Bethel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
138 Bethel School Rd
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
(828) 297-2240
Sugar Grove, NC 28679
(828) 297-2240
Grades: PK-8
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28679, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28679, NC include Valle Crucis Elementary School and Bethel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28679?
2 public schools are located in 28679.
What is the racial composition of students in 28679?
28679 public schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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