For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 625 students in 27973, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27973, NC is Shawboro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27973 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27973, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27973, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shawboro Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
370 Shawboro Road
Shawboro, NC 27973
(252) 232-2237
Shawboro, NC 27973
(252) 232-2237
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27973, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27973, NC include Shawboro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27973?
1 public schools are located in 27973.
What is the racial composition of students in 27973?
27973 public schools minority enrollment is 23% 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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