Best Schools in 28749, NC
28749, NC has a total of 6 schools including 2 high schools, 2 middle schools and 2 elementary schools. A total of 1,634 students attend 28749, NC schools. On average, schools in 28749 score 61% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 55% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 28749 greatly exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in 28749, NC
28749, NC has 2 high schools with 344 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in 28749 score 83% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 74% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 28749 greatly exceed expectations.
1. Mcdowell Early College
SchoolGrade
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 225 Students
2. Mayland Early College
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 119 Students
Best Middle Schools in 28749, NC
28749, NC has 2 middle schools with 841 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in 28749 score 53% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 52% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 28749 meet expectations.
1. Harris Middle
SchoolGrade
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 236 Students
2. West Mcdowell Middle School
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 605 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 28749, NC
28749, NC has 2 elementary schools with 449 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in 28749 score 37% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 39% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 28749 meet expectations.
1. North Cove Elementary School
SchoolGrade
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Mcdowell County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 227 Students
2. Greenlee Primary
SchoolGrade
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Mitchell County Schools • Public • Grades KG - 2 • 222 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 28749, NC
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
28749, NC has a total population of 132 with 14% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 82%, and 13% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 28749, NC
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 28749, NC.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
16.38 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
2.56 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
13.83 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 28749, NC.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 28749, NC.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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