Schools in Zip Code 28623

Zip code 28623 in Ennice, NC, is served by a single PK–8 school, Glade Creek Elementary, which is part of Alleghany County Schools and enrolls 236 students.

Glade Creek Elementary stands out for its remarkable combination of high poverty and strong attendance. With nearly 99% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, the school still reports a chronic absenteeism rate of just 5.1% — far below the district rate of 12.6% and the state rate of 24.2%. Academically, the school has climbed sharply in state rankings, moving from the 19th percentile in 2024-2025 to the 43rd percentile in 2025-2026. The strongest results come from 8th graders, who outperformed both district and state averages in math, reading, and especially science, with an 84.2% proficiency rate in science compared to 67.7% for the district and 68.6% statewide.

Grade-level performance shows a clear pattern: lower-elementary students generally hold their own against state averages, but 6th and 7th graders dip noticeably below district and state norms. In 6th-grade math, only 36.4% were proficient versus a 56.3% district average and 59.2% statewide; 7th-grade reading was similarly weak at 40.0% proficient. However, the school sees a strong rebound by 8th grade, especially in math and science, suggesting effective supports later in the middle grades. Across the school, proficiency averages improved significantly from the prior year — math rose by about 13 points, reading by 16 points, and science by 12 points. With a favorable 14:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending near $12,800, Glade Creek Elementary demonstrates resilience and upward momentum, while 6th and 7th grade reading and math remain the key areas to watch for continued improvement.