For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 483 students in 27871, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27871, NC are South Creek Elementary School and South Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27871 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27871, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27871, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21230 Nc Hwy 903
Robersonville, NC 27871
(252) 795-3910
Robersonville, NC 27871
(252) 795-3910
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
South Creek Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
21077 Nc Hwy 903
Robersonville, NC 27871
(252) 795-4081
Robersonville, NC 27871
(252) 795-4081
Gr: 6-8 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27871, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27871, NC include South Creek Elementary School and South Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27871?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27871.
What is the racial composition of students in 27871?
27871 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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