For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,670 students in 28704, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 471 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 28704, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 28704, NC are Glen Arden Elementary School, Valley Springs Middle School and Avery's Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28704 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28704, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28704, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Arden Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Pinehurst Circle
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1800
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1800
Gr: PK-4 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Valley Springs Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
224 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1785
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1785
Gr: 5-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Avery's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
15 Park South Boulevard
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1810
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 654-1810
Gr: PK-4 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28704, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28704, NC include Glen Arden Elementary School, Valley Springs Middle School and Avery's Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28704?
3 public schools are located in 28704.
What percentage of students in 28704 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 28704 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28704?
28704 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).