For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 456 students in Bennett, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Bennett, NC are Highfalls Elementary School and Bennett School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bennett, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Bennett have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Bennett, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highfalls Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1220 Nc Hwy 22
Bennett, NC 27208
(910) 464-3600
Bennett, NC 27208
(910) 464-3600
Gr: K-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Bennett School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
61 Randolph Street
Bennett, NC 27208
(336) 581-3586
Bennett, NC 27208
(336) 581-3586
Gr: PK-8 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bennett, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Bennett, NC include Highfalls Elementary School and Bennett School.
How many public schools are located in Bennett?
2 public schools are located in Bennett.
What is the racial composition of students in Bennett?
Bennett public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bennett are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bennett include: Highfalls Elementary School vs. Bennett School, Bennett School vs. Highfalls Elementary School
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