For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 804 students in 27851, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27851, NC are Lucama Elementary School and Springfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27851 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27851, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).
Best 27851, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lucama Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6260 Blalock Road
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1257
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1257
Grades: K-5
| 352 students
Rank: #22.
Springfield Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5551 Wiggins Mill Rd
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1347
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1347
Grades: 6-8
| 452 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 27851, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27851, NC include Lucama Elementary School and Springfield Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27851, NC?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27851, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 27851, NC?
27851, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).
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