Best 27845 North Carolina Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 308 students in 27845, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 195 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 27845, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27845, NC are Northampton Virtual Academy and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27845 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27845, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27845, NC Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northampton Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
701 N Church St
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 585-1900
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
9742 Nc Hwy 305
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-3381
Grades: PK-3
| 293 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 27845 North Carolina

27845, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
8380 Hwy 305 S
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Grades: 6-12
| 38 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 27845, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27845, NC include Northampton Virtual Academy and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27845?
2 public schools are located in 27845.
What percentage of students in 27845 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 27845 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27845?
27845 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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