For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 90 students in 27950, NC.
The top ranked public school in 27950, NC is Knotts Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27950 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27950, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27950, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knotts Island Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
413 Woodleigh Road
Knotts Island, NC 27950
(252) 722-0770
Knotts Island, NC 27950
(252) 722-0770
Gr: K-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27950, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27950, NC include Knotts Island Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27950?
1 public schools are located in 27950.
What is the racial composition of students in 27950?
27950 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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