For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 353 students in 27229, NC (there are , serving 28 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 27229, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 27229, NC is Candor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27229 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27229, 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 Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27229, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Candor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
414 S Main
Candor, NC 27229
(910) 974-4582
Candor, NC 27229
(910) 974-4582
Gr: PK-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
27229, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Eckerd - Candor (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
500 East Ku Sumee Rd
Candor, NC 27229
(919) 807-3300
Candor, NC 27229
(919) 807-3300
Gr: 5-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27229, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27229, NC include Candor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27229?
1 public schools are located in 27229.
What percentage of students in 27229 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 27229 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27229?
27229 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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