For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 242 students in 27937, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27937, NC is Buckland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27937 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27937, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27937, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Buckland Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
448 Nc 37 North
Gates, NC 27937
(252) 357-1611
Gates, NC 27937
(252) 357-1611
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27937, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27937, NC include Buckland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27937?
1 public schools are located in 27937.
What is the racial composition of students in 27937?
27937 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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