For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 810 students in 27985, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 27985, NC is Perquimans County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27985 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27985, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27985, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perquimans County Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
312 W Main Street
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-7355
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-7355
Gr: 6-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
181 Winfall Blvd
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-5332
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-5332
Gr: PK-2 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27985, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27985, NC include Perquimans County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27985?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27985.
What is the racial composition of students in 27985?
27985 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% 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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