For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 138 students in 28743, NC.
The top ranked public school in 28743, NC is Hot Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 28743 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28743, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28743, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hot Springs Elementary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
63 Serpentine Ave
Hot Springs, NC 28743
(828) 622-3292
Hot Springs, NC 28743
(828) 622-3292
Grades: K-5
| 138 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28743, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28743, NC include Hot Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28743?
1 public schools are located in 28743.
What is the racial composition of students in 28743?
28743 public schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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