For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,507 students in 27127, NC (there are , serving 73 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 27127, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27127, NC are Friedberg Elementary School, Clemmons Middle School and Parkland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27127 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27127, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27127, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friedberg Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1131 Friedberg Church Road
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 764-2059
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 764-2059
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Clemmons Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3785 Fraternity Church Road
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4217
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4217
Gr: 6-8 | 1,149 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Parkland High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Brewer Road
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 771-4700
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 771-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,638 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Ward Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3775 Fraternity Church Road
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4235
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4235
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Konnoak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3200 Renon Road
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4163
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4163
Gr: PK-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Griffith Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1385 W Clemmonsville Road
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4245
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4245
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Carter G. Woodson School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
437 Goldfloss Street
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 723-6838
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 723-6838
Gr: K-12 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1
Rank: #88.
Flat Rock Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4648 Ebert Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-6762
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-6762
Gr: 6-8 | 703 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #99.
Philo-hill Magnet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2700 S. Main Street
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4165
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 703-4165
Gr: 6-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
27127, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12th Street Academy (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
1401 W Clemmonsville Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 727-2604
Winston Salem, NC 27127
(336) 727-2604
Gr: 8 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27127, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27127, NC include Friedberg Elementary School, Clemmons Middle School and Parkland High School.
How many public schools are located in 27127?
9 public schools are located in 27127.
What percentage of students in 27127 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 27127 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27127?
27127 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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