For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 193 students in 27924, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27924, NC is Colerain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27924 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27924, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27924, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colerain Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 N Academy Street
Colerain, NC 27924
(252) 356-4714
Colerain, NC 27924
(252) 356-4714
Gr: PK-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27924, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27924, NC include Colerain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27924?
1 public schools are located in 27924.
What is the racial composition of students in 27924?
27924 public schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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