For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 581 students in 28717, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 28717, NC are Summit Charter, Blue Ridge School and Blue Ridge Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 28717 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28717, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28717, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Charter
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
370 Mitten Lane
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-5755
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-5755
Gr: K-12 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Blue Ridge School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
95 Bobcat Drive
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-2646
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-2646
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Blue Ridge Early College
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
95 Bobcat Dr
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-2646
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-2646
Gr: 7-13 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 28717, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 28717, NC include Summit Charter, Blue Ridge School and Blue Ridge Early College.
How many public schools are located in 28717?
3 public schools are located in 28717.
What is the racial composition of students in 28717?
28717 public schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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