For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 522 students in 27306, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27306, NC are Mount Gilead Elementary School and West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27306 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27306, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27306, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Gilead Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 School Street
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 439-5411
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 439-5411
Grades: PK-5
| 213 students
Rank: #22.
West Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
129 Nc Hwy 109s
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 572-9378
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 572-9378
Grades: 6-8
| 309 students
27306, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
147 Warrior Drive
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 439-6191
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 439-6191
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27306, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27306, NC include Mount Gilead Elementary School and West Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27306?
2 public schools are located in 27306.
What is the racial composition of students in 27306?
27306 public schools minority enrollment is 57% 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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