For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 922 students in 28650, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28650, NC are Charles H Tuttle Elementary School and Maiden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 28650 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 28650, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28650, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles H Tuttle Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2872 Water Plant Road
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-3080
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-3080
Gr: K-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Maiden Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Main Avenue
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-8769
Maiden, NC 28650
(828) 428-8769
Gr: PK-6 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 28650, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 28650, NC include Charles H Tuttle Elementary School and Maiden Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 28650?
2 public elementary schools are located in 28650.
What is the racial composition of students in 28650?
28650 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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