For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 749 students in 28693, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28693, NC are Ashe County Middle School and Blue Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28693 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28693, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28693, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashe County Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
255 Northwest Lane
Warrensville, NC 28693
(336) 649-8460
Warrensville, NC 28693
(336) 649-8460
Gr: 7-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5778 Nc Hwy 88 W
Warrensville, NC 28693
(336) 384-4500
Warrensville, NC 28693
(336) 384-4500
Gr: K-6 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28693, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28693, NC include Ashe County Middle School and Blue Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28693?
2 public schools are located in 28693.
What is the racial composition of students in 28693?
28693 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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