For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 774 students in 28777, NC (there are , serving 208 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 28777, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28777, NC are Mayland Early College, Harris Middle School and Deyton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28777 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28777, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28777, NC 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mayland Early College
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
264 Mayland Dr
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-2590
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-2590
Grades: 9-13
| 102 students
Rank: #22.
Harris Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
121 Harris Street
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-3340
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-3340
Grades: 6-8
| 222 students
Rank: #33.
Deyton Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
308 Harris Street
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-2070
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-2070
Grades: 3-5
| 213 students
Rank: n/an/a
2206 Carters Ridge Road
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-9562
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 766-9562
Grades: PK-2
| 237 students
28777, North Carolina 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
121 Harris Street
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-2321
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
(828) 765-2321
Grades: 6-8
| 321 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28777, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28777, NC include Mayland Early College, Harris Middle School and Deyton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28777?
4 public schools are located in 28777.
What percentage of students in 28777 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 28777 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28777?
28777 public schools minority enrollment is 22% 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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