For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 298 students in 27544, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27544, NC is Zeb Vance Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27544 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27544, 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 27544, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zeb Vance Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Raleigh Road
Kittrell, NC 27544
(252) 438-8492
Kittrell, NC 27544
(252) 438-8492
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27544, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27544, NC include Zeb Vance Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27544?
1 public schools are located in 27544.
What is the racial composition of students in 27544?
27544 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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