For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,617 students in 27403, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 366 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in 27403, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27403, NC are John Van Lindley Elementary School, Clara J Peck Elementary School and Jackson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27403 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27403, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27403, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Van Lindley Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2700 Camden Road
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7360
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7360
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Clara J Peck Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 West Florida Street
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 370-8235
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 370-8235
Gr: PK-5 | 638 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Jackson Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Ontario Street
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7350
Greensboro, NC 27403
(336) 294-7350
Gr: 6-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27403, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27403, NC include John Van Lindley Elementary School, Clara J Peck Elementary School and Jackson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27403?
3 public schools are located in 27403.
What percentage of students in 27403 go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in 27403 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27403?
27403 public schools minority enrollment is 82% 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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