For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 911 students in 28636, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 28636, NC are Hiddenite Elementary School and East Alexander Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28636 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28636, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28636, NC 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hiddenite Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
374 Sulphur Springs Road
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-2503
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-2503
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
East Alexander Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1285 White Plains Road
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-7565
Hiddenite, NC 28636
(828) 632-7565
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28636, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28636, NC include Hiddenite Elementary School and East Alexander Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 28636?
2 public schools are located in 28636.
What is the racial composition of students in 28636?
28636 public schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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