For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 969 students in 27006, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27006, NC are Shady Grove Elementary School and William Ellis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27006 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27006, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27006, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shady Grove Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3179 Cornatzer Rd
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 936-8280
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 936-8280
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
William Ellis Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
144 William Ellis Drive
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 751-2107
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 751-2107
Grades: 6-8
| 469 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27006, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27006, NC include Shady Grove Elementary School and William Ellis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27006?
2 public schools are located in 27006.
What is the racial composition of students in 27006?
27006 public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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