For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 491 students in 27045, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27045, NC is Rural Hall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27045 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27045, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27045, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rural Hall Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
275 College Street
Rural Hall, NC 27045
(336) 703-6789
Rural Hall, NC 27045
(336) 703-6789
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27045, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27045, NC include Rural Hall Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27045?
1 public schools are located in 27045.
What is the racial composition of students in 27045?
27045 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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