For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,324 students in 27401, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 118 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 27401, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27401, NC are Philip J Weaver Educational Center, Lincoln Academy and Bluford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27401 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27401, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27401, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Philip J Weaver Educational Center
Magnet School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
300 South Spring Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8282
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8282
Gr: 9-12 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1016 Lincoln Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-3471
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-3471
Gr: 4-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Bluford Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Tuscaloosa Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8120
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8120
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
The Experiential School Of Greensboro
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 S Church St
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 890-8374
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 890-8374
Gr: K-8 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
James B Dudley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Lincoln Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8130
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8130
Gr: 9-12 | 1,403 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 East Washington Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8290
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8290
Gr: K-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
Otis L Hairston Sr Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3911 Naco Rd
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 378-8280
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 378-8280
Gr: 6-8 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Waldo C Falkener Sr Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3931 Naco Road
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8150
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8150
Gr: PK-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
815 West Market Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8300
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8300
Gr: 11-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
27401, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Imani Institute Charter (Closed 2007)
Charter School
201 N Church Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 333-9484
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 333-9484
Gr: 6-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Peeler Open Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
1901 Tuscaloosa Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8270
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8270
Gr: 5 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27401, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27401, NC include Philip J Weaver Educational Center, Lincoln Academy and Bluford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27401?
10 public schools are located in 27401.
What percentage of students in 27401 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 27401 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27401?
27401 public schools minority enrollment is 90% 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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