For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,893 students in 28801, NC (there are , serving 243 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 28801, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28801, NC are Early College, Montford North Star Academy and Isaac Dickson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28801 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28801, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28801, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Early College
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
340 Victoria Road
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 232-4123
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 232-4123
Grades: 9-13
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Montford North Star Academy
(Math: 55% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
90 Montford Ave
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6900
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6900
Grades: 6-8
| 217 students
Rank: #33.
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
125 Hill Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6800
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Rank: #44.
Claxton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
241 Merrimon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6500
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6500
Grades: K-5
| 388 students
Rank: #55.
Asheville Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 S French Broad Avenue
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6200
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 350-6200
Grades: 6-8
| 543 students
Rank: n/an/a
340 Victoria Road
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 232-4123
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 232-4123
Grades: 10-13
| 31 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain City Public Montessori
Charter School
27 Church Street
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 570-5554
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 570-5554
Grades: K-6
| 102 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28801, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28801, NC include Early College, Montford North Star Academy and Isaac Dickson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28801?
7 public schools are located in 28801.
What percentage of students in 28801 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 28801 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28801?
28801 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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