For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,233 students in 27051, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27051, NC are Walkertown High School, Walkertown Elementary School and Walkertown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27051 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27051, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27051, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walkertown High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5240 Sullivantown Road
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4151
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4151
Gr: 9-12 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Walkertown Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2971 Main Street
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4252
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4252
Gr: PK-5 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Walkertown Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5240 Sullivantown Road
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4154
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 703-4154
Gr: 6-8 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Appalachian Academy At Middle Fork
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3125 Williston Rd
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 748-4090
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 748-4090
Gr: K-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
27051, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3125 Williston Road
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 748-4090
Walkertown, NC 27051
(336) 748-4090
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27051, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27051, NC include Walkertown High School, Walkertown Elementary School and Walkertown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27051?
4 public schools are located in 27051.
What is the racial composition of students in 27051?
27051 public schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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