For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 460 students in 27896, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 487 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 27896, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 27896, NC is New Hope Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27896 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27896, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27896, NC Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Hope Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4826 Packhouse Rd
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 399-7950
Wilson, NC 27896
(252) 399-7950
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27896, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27896, NC include New Hope Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27896?
1 public schools are located in 27896.
What percentage of students in 27896 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 27896 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27896?
27896 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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