For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 339 students in 27846, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27846, NC are Nersba Early College and Jamesville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27846 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27846, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27846, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nersba Early College
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1215 Saint Andrews St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-0241
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-0241
Gr: 9-13 | 122 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Jamesville Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1220 Hardison St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-8304
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-8304
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
27846, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1215 S St Andrews St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-4428
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-4428
Gr: 6-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27846, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27846, NC include Nersba Early College and Jamesville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27846?
2 public schools are located in 27846.
What is the racial composition of students in 27846?
27846 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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