For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,513 students in 27863, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 27863, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27863, NC are Northwest Elementary School, Charles B Aycock High School and Northeast Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27863 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27863, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27863, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwest Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1769 Pikeville/princeton Hwy
Pikeville, NC 27863
(919) 242-3419
Pikeville, NC 27863
(919) 242-3419
Grades: K-5
| 727 students
Rank: #22.
Charles B Aycock High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5460 Us 117 North
Pikeville, NC 27863
(919) 242-3400
Pikeville, NC 27863
(919) 242-3400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,125 students
Rank: #33.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4665 Nc Hwy 111 N
Pikeville, NC 27863
(919) 705-6030
Pikeville, NC 27863
(919) 705-6030
Grades: PK-5
| 661 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27863, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27863, NC include Northwest Elementary School, Charles B Aycock High School and Northeast Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27863?
3 public schools are located in 27863.
What percentage of students in 27863 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 27863 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27863?
27863 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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