For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 480 students in 27208, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27208, NC are Highfalls Elementary School and Bennett School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27208 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27208, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27208, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highfalls Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1220 Nc Hwy 22
Bennett, NC 27208
(910) 464-3600
Bennett, NC 27208
(910) 464-3600
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Bennett School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
61 Randolph Street
Bennett, NC 27208
(336) 581-3586
Bennett, NC 27208
(336) 581-3586
Gr: PK-8 | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27208, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27208, NC include Highfalls Elementary School and Bennett School.
How many public schools are located in 27208?
2 public schools are located in 27208.
What is the racial composition of students in 27208?
27208 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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