For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,020 students in 27938, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27938, NC are Gatesville Elementary School, Gates County Senior High School and Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27938 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27938, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27938, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gatesville Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
709 North Main Street
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0613
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0613
Gr: PK-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Gates County Senior High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
088 Hwy 158 West
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0720
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0720
Gr: 9-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Central Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
362 Us Hwy 158 W
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0470
Gatesville, NC 27938
(252) 357-0470
Gr: 6-8 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27938, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27938, NC include Gatesville Elementary School, Gates County Senior High School and Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27938?
3 public schools are located in 27938.
What is the racial composition of students in 27938?
27938 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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