For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 865 students in 27052, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27052, NC are London Elementary School, Southeastern Stokes Middle School and Walnut Cove Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27052 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27052, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27052, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
London Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
609 School Street
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-7204
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-7204
Gr: K-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Southeastern Stokes Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1044 N Main Street
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4371
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4371
Gr: 6-8 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Walnut Cove Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1211 Walnut Cove School Rd
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4408
Walnut Cove, NC 27052
(336) 591-4408
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 27052, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27052, NC include London Elementary School, Southeastern Stokes Middle School and Walnut Cove Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27052?
3 public elementary schools are located in 27052.
What is the racial composition of students in 27052?
27052 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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