Best 27043 North Carolina Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 397 students in 27043, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27043, NC are Shoals Elementary School and Pinnacle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27043 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27043, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27043, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shoals Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1800 Shoals Road
Pinnacle, NC 27043
(336) 325-2518
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Pinnacle Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1095 Surry Line Rd
Pinnacle, NC 27043
(336) 368-2990
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27043, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27043, NC include Shoals Elementary School and Pinnacle Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27043?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27043.
What is the racial composition of students in 27043?
27043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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