For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 661 students in 27839, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27839, NC are Weldon Middle School and Kipp Halifax College Preparatory. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27839 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27839, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27839, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weldon Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4489 Highway 301
Halifax, NC 27839
(252) 536-2571
Halifax, NC 27839
(252) 536-2571
Gr: 6-8 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Kipp Halifax College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9986 Hwy 903
Halifax, NC 27839
(252) 410-0277
Halifax, NC 27839
(252) 410-0277
Gr: K-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27839, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27839, NC include Weldon Middle School and Kipp Halifax College Preparatory.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27839?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27839.
What is the racial composition of students in 27839?
27839 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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