Best Schools in 28779, NC
28779, NC has a total of 10 schools including 4 high schools, 5 middle schools and 1 elementary schools. A total of 3,482 students attend 28779, NC schools. On average, schools in 28779 score 47% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 43% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 28779 exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in 28779, NC
28779, NC has 4 high schools with 1,161 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 28779 score 55% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 52% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 28779 exceed expectations.
1. Jackson Co Early College
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 101 Students
2. Smoky Mountain High School
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 899 Students
3. Jackson Community School
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 12 • 75 Students
Best Middle Schools in 28779, NC
28779, NC has 5 middle schools with 2,244 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 28779 score 43% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 37% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 28779 greatly exceed expectations.
1. Catamount School
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Catamount School • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 59 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 28779, NC
28779, NC has 1 elementary schools with 77 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 28779 score N/A% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 36% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 28779 N/A.
1. Fairview Elementary
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 762 Students
2. Scotts Creek Elementary
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 451 Students
3. Cullowhee Valley School
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 619 Students
4. Smokey Mountain Elementary
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Jackson County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 353 Students
5. Heritage Christian Academy
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Heritage Christian Academy • Private • Grades KG - 7 • 77 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 28779, NC
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
28779, NC has a total population of 16,946 with 23% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 92%, and 30% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 28779, 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 28779, NC.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
23.53 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
3.59 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
19.94 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 28779, NC.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 28779, 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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Best Schools in Cities Near 28779, NC
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