For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,820 students in 27407, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27407, NC are Academy At Smith, Pilot Elementary School and Edwin A Alderman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27407 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27407, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27407, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy At Smith
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2225 South Holden Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 316-5866
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 316-5866
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Pilot Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4701 Chimney Springs Drive
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 316-5820
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 316-5820
Gr: PK-5 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Edwin A Alderman Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4211 Chateau Drive
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 294-7320
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 294-7320
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Hunter Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1305 Merritt Drive
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 294-7345
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 294-7345
Gr: PK-5 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Guilford Elearning University Prep
(Math: 21% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Martin Luther King Drive
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 522-6330
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 522-6330
Gr: K-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Ben L. Smith High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2407 South Holden Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 294-7300
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 294-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,348 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Sedgefield Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2905 Groometown Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 316-5858
Greensboro, NC 27407
(336) 316-5858
Gr: PK-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27407, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27407, NC include Academy At Smith, Pilot Elementary School and Edwin A Alderman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27407?
7 public schools are located in 27407.
What is the racial composition of students in 27407?
27407 public schools minority enrollment is 92% 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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