For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 977 students in 28168, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28168, NC are Union Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School and Banoak Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28168 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28168, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28168, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4875 Reepsville Rd
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-1493
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-1493
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
North Brook Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
642 Hwy 274
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-2479
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 276-2479
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Banoak Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7651 W Nc 10 Hwy
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 462-2849
Vale, NC 28168
(704) 462-2849
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28168, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28168, NC include Union Elementary School, North Brook Elementary School and Banoak Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 28168?
3 public schools are located in 28168.
What is the racial composition of students in 28168?
28168 public schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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