For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 290 students in 28616, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28616, NC are Crossnore Elementary School and Marjorie Williams Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28616 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28616, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28616, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crossnore Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Walt Clark Road
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 737-7204
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 737-7204
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Marjorie Williams Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
129 Allen Circle
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 733-5241
Crossnore, NC 28616
(828) 733-5241
Gr: K-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28616, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28616, NC include Crossnore Elementary School and Marjorie Williams Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28616?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28616.
What is the racial composition of students in 28616?
28616 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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