For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 941 students in 27052, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27052, NC are London Elementary School, Southeastern Stokes Middle School and Walnut Cove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27052 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27052, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27052, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
London Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
609 School Street
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-7204
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-7204
Gr: K-5 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Southeastern Stokes Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 N Main Street
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4371
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4371
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Cove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1211 Walnut Cove School Rd
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4408
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4408
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27052, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27052, NC include London Elementary School, Southeastern Stokes Middle School and Walnut Cove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27052?
3 public elementary schools are located in 27052.
What is the racial composition of students in 27052?
27052 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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