For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 743 students in 27248, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27248, NC are Grays Chapel Elementary School and Franklinville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27248 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27248, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27248, NC Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grays Chapel Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5322 Nc Hwy 22 N
Franklinville, NC 27248
(336) 824-8620
Franklinville, NC 27248
(336) 824-8620
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Franklinville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
162 Pine St
Franklinville, NC 27248
(336) 824-2306
Franklinville, NC 27248
(336) 824-2306
Gr: K-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27248, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27248, NC include Grays Chapel Elementary School and Franklinville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27248?
2 public schools are located in 27248.
What is the racial composition of students in 27248?
27248 public schools minority enrollment is 25% 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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