For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,443 students in 27403, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 366 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in 27403, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27403, NC are John Van Lindley Elementary School, Murphey Traditional Academy and Clara J Peck Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27403 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27403, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27403, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Van Lindley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2700 Camden Road
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7360
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7360
Grades: PK-5
| 468 students
Rank: #22.
Murphey Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2306 Ontario Street
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7380
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7380
Grades: K-5
| 305 students
Rank: #33.
Clara J Peck Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 West Florida Street
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 370-8235
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 370-8235
Grades: PK-5
| 268 students
Rank: #44.
Jackson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Ontario Street
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7350
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7350
Grades: 6-8
| 402 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27403, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27403, NC include John Van Lindley Elementary School, Murphey Traditional Academy and Clara J Peck Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27403?
4 public schools are located in 27403.
What percentage of students in 27403 go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in 27403 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27403?
27403 public schools minority enrollment is 81% 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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