For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,164 students in 28726, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28726, NC are East Henderson High School, Hillandale Elementary School and Flat Rock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28726 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28726, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28726, NC 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Henderson High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 Eagle Pride Drive
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4768
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4768
Gr: 9-12 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Hillandale Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Preston Lane
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4782
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4782
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Flat Rock Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
191 Preston Lane
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4775
East Flat Rock, NC 28726
(828) 697-4775
Gr: 6-8 | 739 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28726, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28726, NC include East Henderson High School, Hillandale Elementary School and Flat Rock Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28726?
3 public schools are located in 28726.
What is the racial composition of students in 28726?
28726 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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