For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,480 students in 27379, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27379, NC are Bartlett Yancey High School, Oakwood Elementary School and N L Dillard Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27379 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27379, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27379, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bartlett Yancey High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
466 Main Street E
Yanceyville, NC 27379
(336) 694-4212
Yanceyville, NC 27379
(336) 694-4212
Gr: 9-12 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
274 Oakwood Drive
Yanceyville, NC 27379
(336) 694-4221
Yanceyville, NC 27379
(336) 694-4221
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
N L Dillard Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
255 Hatchett Road
Yanceyville, NC 27379
(336) 694-4941
Yanceyville, NC 27379
(336) 694-4941
Gr: 6-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27379, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27379, NC include Bartlett Yancey High School, Oakwood Elementary School and N L Dillard Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27379?
3 public schools are located in 27379.
What is the racial composition of students in 27379?
27379 public schools minority enrollment is 59% 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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