For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 146 students in 28698, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28698, NC is Mabel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28698 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28698, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28698, NC 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mabel Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
404 Mabel School Road
Zionville, NC 28698
(828) 297-2512
Zionville, NC 28698
(828) 297-2512
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28698, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28698, NC include Mabel Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28698?
1 public schools are located in 28698.
What is the racial composition of students in 28698?
28698 public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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