For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 334 students in 28761, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 165 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 28761, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public school in 28761, NC is Nebo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28761 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28761, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28761, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nebo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
254 Nebo School Road
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-4737
Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 652-4737
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28761, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28761, NC include Nebo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28761?
1 public schools are located in 28761.
What percentage of students in 28761 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 28761 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28761?
28761 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).