For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 383 students in 27980, NC.
The top-ranked public school in 27980, NC is Chowan Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27980 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27980, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27980, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chowan Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2845 Virginia Road
Tyner, NC 27980
(252) 221-4131
Tyner, NC 27980
(252) 221-4131
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27980, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27980, NC include Chowan Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27980?
1 public schools are located in 27980.
What is the racial composition of students in 27980?
27980 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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