For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 451 students in 27982, NC.
The top ranked public school in 27982, NC is Bear Grass Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27982 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27982, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27982, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Grass Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6344 E Bear Grass Rd
Waves, NC 27982
(252) 789-1010
Waves, NC 27982
(252) 789-1010
Gr: 6-12 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27982, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27982, NC include Bear Grass Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 27982?
1 public schools are located in 27982.
What is the racial composition of students in 27982?
27982 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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