For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,344 students in 27239, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27239, NC are South Davidson Middle And High School, Denton Elementary School and South Davidson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27239 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27239, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27239, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Davidson Middle And High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14956 South Nc Hwy 109
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Grades: 6-12
| 655 students
Rank: #22.
Denton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 W Salisbury Street
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5708
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5708
Grades: PK-5
| 391 students
Rank: #33.
South Davidson Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14954 S Nc Hwy 109
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5705
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5705
Grades: 6-8
| 298 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27239, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27239, NC include South Davidson Middle And High School, Denton Elementary School and South Davidson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27239?
3 public schools are located in 27239.
What is the racial composition of students in 27239?
27239 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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