For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,281 students in Shallotte, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Shallotte, NC are Union Elementary School and Shallotte Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shallotte, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Shallotte have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Shallotte, NC (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
180 Union School Road Nw
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5900
Shallotte, NC 28470
(910) 756-5900
Gr: K-5 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Shallotte Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
225 Village Road
Shallotte, NC 28459
(910) 756-6130
Shallotte, NC 28459
(910) 756-6130
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Shallotte, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Shallotte, NC include Union Elementary School and Shallotte Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Shallotte?
2 public elementary schools are located in Shallotte.
What is the racial composition of students in Shallotte?
Shallotte public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% 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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