For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,450 students in 27932, NC (there are , serving 3 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 27932, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27932, NC are John A Holmes High School and D F Walker Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27932 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27932, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27932, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John A Holmes High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 North Oakum Street
Edenton, NC 27932
(252) 482-8426
Edenton, NC 27932
(252) 482-8426
Gr: 9-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
D F Walker Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
125 Sandy Ridge Road
Edenton, NC 27932
(252) 221-4151
Edenton, NC 27932
(252) 221-4151
Gr: 3-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
111 Sandy Ridge Road
Edenton, NC 27932
(252) 221-4078
Edenton, NC 27932
(252) 221-4078
Gr: PK-2 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27932, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27932, NC include John A Holmes High School and D F Walker Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27932?
3 public schools are located in 27932.
What percentage of students in 27932 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 27932 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27932?
27932 public schools minority enrollment is 58% 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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