For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 431 students in 27896, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 487 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 27896, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 27896, NC is New Hope Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27896 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27896, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27896, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
New Hope Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4826 Packhouse Rd
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 399-7950
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 399-7950
Grades: K-5
| 431 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27896, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27896, NC include New Hope Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27896?
1 public schools are located in 27896.
What percentage of students in 27896 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 27896 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27896?
27896 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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