Best 27551 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 157 students in 27551, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27551, NC is Vaughan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27551 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27551, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27551, NC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vaughan Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2936 Us Hwy 158e
Macon, NC 27551
(252) 257-6802
Gr: PK-5 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 27551, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27551, NC include Vaughan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27551?
1 public schools are located in 27551.
What is the racial composition of students in 27551?
27551 public schools minority enrollment is 68% 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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