For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,834 students in 27909, NC (there are 6 private schools, serving 801 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 27909, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27909, NC are Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College, Weeksville Elementary School and Northeastern High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27909 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27909, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27909, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College
Magnet School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1208 N Road St
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-0821
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-0821
Grades: 9-12
| 107 students
Rank: #22.
Weeksville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1170 Salem Church Rd
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 330-2606
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 330-2606
Grades: K-5
| 216 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Northeastern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
963 Oak Stump Rd
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-2932
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-2932
Grades: 9-12
| 701 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sheep-harney Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 W Elizabeth St
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-4303
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-4303
Grades: PK-5
| 473 students
Rank: #55.
Northside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1062 Northside Rd
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-2033
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-2033
Grades: K-5
| 409 students
Rank: #66.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1059 Us Hwy 17
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-4305
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-4305
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
Rank: #77.
Pasquotank Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1407 Peartree Rd
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-4205
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-4205
Grades: K-5
| 270 students
Rank: #88.
Elizabeth City Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1066 Northside Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-2974
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-2974
Grades: 6-8
| 515 students
Rank: #99.
Pasquotank County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1064 Northside Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 337-6880
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 337-6880
Grades: 9-12
| 628 students
Rank: #1010.
River Road Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1701 River Road
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 333-1454
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 333-1454
Grades: 6-8
| 463 students
Rank: #1111.
J C Sawyer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1007 Park St
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 338-1012
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 338-1012
Grades: K-5
| 368 students
Rank: #1212.
P W Moore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
606 Roanoke Ave
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 338-5000
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 338-5000
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #1313.
H L Trigg Community
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1004 Parkview Drive
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-1765
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335-1765
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27909, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27909, NC include Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College, Weeksville Elementary School and Northeastern High School.
How many public schools are located in 27909?
13 public schools are located in 27909.
What percentage of students in 27909 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 27909 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27909?
27909 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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