For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 307 students in 27022, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27022, NC are Piney Grove Middle School and Lawsonville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27022 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27022, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27022, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piney Grove Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3415 Piney Grove Church Road
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-4000
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Lawsonville Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4611 Nc 8 Hwy North
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-8284
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-8284
Gr: K-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27022, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27022, NC include Piney Grove Middle School and Lawsonville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27022?
2 public schools are located in 27022.
What is the racial composition of students in 27022?
27022 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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