For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,625 students in 28801, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28801, NC are Montford North Star Academy, Isaac Dickson Elementary School and Claxton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28801 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28801, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28801, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montford North Star Academy
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Montford Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6900
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6900
Gr: 6-8 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Hill Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6800
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Claxton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
241 Merrimon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6500
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6500
Gr: K-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Asheville Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 S French Broad Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6200
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain City Public Montessori
Charter School
27 Church Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 570-5554
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 570-5554
Gr: K-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28801, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28801, NC include Montford North Star Academy, Isaac Dickson Elementary School and Claxton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28801?
5 public elementary schools are located in 28801.
What is the racial composition of students in 28801?
28801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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