For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,545 students in 27051, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27051, NC are Walkertown Elementary School, Walkertown Middle School and Appalachian Academy At Middle Fork. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27051 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27051, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27051, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walkertown Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2971 Main Street
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4252
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4252
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Walkertown Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5240 Sullivantown Road
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4154
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4154
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #33.
Appalachian Academy At Middle Fork
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Williston Rd
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 748-4090
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 748-4090
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27051, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27051, NC include Walkertown Elementary School, Walkertown Middle School and Appalachian Academy At Middle Fork.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27051?
3 public elementary schools are located in 27051.
What is the racial composition of students in 27051?
27051 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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