For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,668 students in 27316, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 317 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 27316, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27316, NC are Coleridge Elementary School, Ramseur Elementary School and Eastern Randolph High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27316 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27316, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27316, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Coleridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4528 Nc Hwy 22 South
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 628-8292
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 628-8292
Gr: K-5 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Ramseur Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6755 Jordan Road
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 824-4106
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 824-4106
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Eastern Randolph High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
390 Eastern Randolph Rd
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 824-2351
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 824-2351
Gr: 9-12 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Southeastern Randolph Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5302 Foushee Rd
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 824-6700
Ramseur, NC 27316
(336) 824-6700
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27316, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27316, NC include Coleridge Elementary School, Ramseur Elementary School and Eastern Randolph High School.
How many public schools are located in 27316?
4 public schools are located in 27316.
What percentage of students in 27316 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 27316 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27316?
27316 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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