For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 415 students in 27043, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27043, NC are Shoals Elementary School and Pinnacle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27043 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27043, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27043, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1800 Shoals Road
Pinnacle, NC 27043
(336) 325-2518
Pinnacle, NC 27043
(336) 325-2518
Grades: PK-5
| 252 students
Rank: #22.
Pinnacle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1095 Surry Line Rd
Pinnacle, NC 27043
(336) 368-2990
Pinnacle, NC 27043
(336) 368-2990
Grades: PK-5
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 27043, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27043, NC include Shoals Elementary School and Pinnacle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27043?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27043.
What is the racial composition of students in 27043?
27043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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