For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 50 students in 27927, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27927, NC is Water's Edge Village School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27927 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27927, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27927, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Water's Edge Village School
Charter School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1126 Schoolhouse Lane
Corolla, NC 27927
(252) 453-4502
Corolla, NC 27927
(252) 453-4502
Gr: K-8 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27927, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27927, NC include Water's Edge Village School.
How many public schools are located in 27927?
1 public schools are located in 27927.
What is the racial composition of students in 27927?
27927 public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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