For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 307 students in 27022, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27022, NC are Piney Grove Middle School and Lawsonville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27022 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27022, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27022, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Piney Grove Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3415 Piney Grove Church Road
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-4000
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Lawsonville Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4611 Nc 8 Hwy North
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-8284
Lawsonville, NC 27022
(336) 593-8284
Gr: K-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27022, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27022, NC include Piney Grove Middle School and Lawsonville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27022?
2 public schools are located in 27022.
What is the racial composition of students in 27022?
27022 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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