For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 502 students in 27970, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27970, NC is Washington County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27970 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27970, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27970, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington County Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
37 East Mill Pond Road
Roper, NC 27970
(252) 793-1137
Roper, NC 27970
(252) 793-1137
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27970, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27970, NC include Washington County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27970?
1 public schools are located in 27970.
What is the racial composition of students in 27970?
27970 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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