For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 969 students in 27006, NC.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 27006 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27006, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27006, NC Public Elementary 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 elementary schools in 27006, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27006, NC include Shady Grove Elementary School and William Ellis Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27006?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27006.
What is the racial composition of students in 27006?
27006 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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