For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,344 students in 27239, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27239, NC are South Davidson Middle And High School, Denton Elementary School and South Davidson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27239 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27239, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27239, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Davidson Middle And High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14956 South Nc Hwy 109
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5700
Gr: 6-12 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Denton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
305 W Salisbury Street
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5708
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5708
Gr: PK-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
South Davidson Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14954 S Nc Hwy 109
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5705
Denton, NC 27239
(336) 242-5705
Gr: 6-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27239, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27239, NC include South Davidson Middle And High School, Denton Elementary School and South Davidson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27239?
3 public schools are located in 27239.
What is the racial composition of students in 27239?
27239 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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