For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 735 students in 27865, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27865, NC are Northside 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 27865 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27865, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27865, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7868 Free Union Church Road
Pinetown, NC 27865
(252) 943-6341
Pinetown, NC 27865
(252) 943-6341
Gr: 9-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
21000 Us Hwy 264 East
Pinetown, NC 27865
(252) 943-6545
Pinetown, NC 27865
(252) 943-6545
Gr: PK-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27865, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27865, NC include Northside High School and Northeast Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27865?
2 public schools are located in 27865.
What is the racial composition of students in 27865?
27865 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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