Grade Trends

Schools near ZIP 28622

4 public schools within 6 miles, nearest first.

All schools in Elk Park

Subject percentages show the share of students who met or exceeded the state standard.

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Cranberry Middle
Grades 6–8 · Avery County Schools
3.5 mi
78%
+23 vs state
64%
+8 vs state
73%
+5 vs state
8% Average of math, English and science: 63% in 2022-23 → 71% in 2025-26 96% 16% 202 White 92%
Freedom Trail Elementary
Grades PK–5 · Avery County Schools
3.5 mi
77%
+14 vs state
56%
±0 vs state
50%
−18 vs state
Average of math, English and science: 66% in 2022-23 → 67% in 2025-26 94% 13% 202 White 88%
Cloudland Elementary School
Grades PK–6 · Carter County
5.9 mi — — — Not enough years of data — 21% 262 White 97%
Banner Elk Elementary
Grades PK–5 · Avery County Schools
6.0 mi
86%
+23 vs state
83%
+26 vs state
72%
+5 vs state
3% Average of math, English and science: 87% in 2022-23 → 84% in 2025-26 92% 18% 159 White 87%

Overall change: average of the three subjects, latest year vs. 3 years earlier (↑4% means the average rate went up 4 points, e.g. 82% → 86%; — means within ±2%). Low income = eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Special ed = students with an IEP (special education).