For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 535 students in 27342, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 27342, NC is Sedalia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 27342 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27342, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27342, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sedalia Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6120 Burlington Road
Sedalia, NC 27342
(336) 449-4711
Sedalia, NC 27342
(336) 449-4711
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27342, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27342, NC include Sedalia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27342?
1 public elementary schools are located in 27342.
What is the racial composition of students in 27342?
27342 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 79% 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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