For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 461 students in 27850, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27850, NC are Northwest Halifax Collegiate And Technic and Aurelian Springs Institute Of Global Lea. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27850 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27850, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27850, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwest Halifax Collegiate And Technic
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8492 Hwy 48
Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-4125
Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-4125
Gr: 9-12 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Aurelian Springs Institute Of Global Lea
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10536 Hwy 48
Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-4944
Littleton, NC 27850
(252) 586-4944
Gr: PK-5 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27850, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27850, NC include Northwest Halifax Collegiate And Technic and Aurelian Springs Institute Of Global Lea.
How many public schools are located in 27850?
2 public schools are located in 27850.
What is the racial composition of students in 27850?
27850 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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