For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,136 students in 28759, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28759, NC are Glenn C Marlow Elementary School and Mills River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28759 have an average math proficiency score of 79% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28759, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28759, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenn C Marlow Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1985 Butler Bridge Road
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 654-3225
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 654-3225
Gr: K-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Mills River Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
94 School House Road
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 891-6563
Mills River, NC 28759
(828) 891-6563
Gr: PK-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 28759, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 28759, NC include Glenn C Marlow Elementary School and Mills River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28759?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28759.
What is the racial composition of students in 28759?
28759 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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