For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,269 students in 27262, NC (there are 5 private schools, serving 2,318 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 27262, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27262, NC are Kirkman Park Elementary School, High Point Central High School and Johnson Street Global Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27262 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27262, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27262, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kirkman Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 North Centennial Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2905
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2905
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Rank: #22.
High Point Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Ferndale Boulevard
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2825
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2825
Grades: 9-12
| 1,081 students
Rank: #33.
Johnson Street Global Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Johnson Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2900
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2900
Grades: K-8
| 411 students
Rank: #44.
Montlieu Academy Of Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Montlieu Avenue
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2910
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2910
Grades: PK-5
| 501 students
Rank: #55.
Northwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
818 West Lexington Avenue
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2920
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2920
Grades: PK-5
| 469 students
Rank: #66.
Pruette Scale Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 English Road
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 878-5380
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 878-5380
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Rank: #77.
Ferndale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 Ferndale Boulevard
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2855
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2855
Grades: 6-8
| 537 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27262, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27262, NC include Kirkman Park Elementary School, High Point Central High School and Johnson Street Global Studies.
How many public schools are located in 27262?
7 public schools are located in 27262.
What percentage of students in 27262 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 27262 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27262?
27262 public schools minority enrollment is 89% 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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