For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,572 students in 28803, NC (there are , serving 623 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 28803, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 28803, NC are School Of Inquiry And Life Sciences, Roberson High School and Reynolds High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 28803 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 28803, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28803, NC ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
School Of Inquiry And Life Sciences
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
419 Mcdowell Street
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2700
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2700
Gr: 9-12 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Roberson High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
250 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1765
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1765
Gr: 9-12 | 1,495 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Reynolds High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
One Rocket Drive
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-2500
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,156 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Asheville High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 Mcdowell Street
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2500
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,165 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Estes Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
275 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1795
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 654-1795
Gr: PK-4 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
Koontz Intermediate
(Math: 48% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 Overlook Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 684-1295
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 684-1295
Gr: 5-6 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2 Rocket Drive
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-7484
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 298-7484
Gr: 6-8 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Oakley Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
753 Fairview Road
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-7515
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 274-7515
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 28803, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 28803, NC include School Of Inquiry And Life Sciences, Roberson High School and Reynolds High School.
How many public schools are located in 28803?
8 public schools are located in 28803.
What percentage of students in 28803 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 28803 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 28803?
28803 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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