Best 27603 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,874 students in 27603, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,480 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 27603, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 27603, NC are Vernon Malone College And Career Academy, Longleaf School Of The Arts and The Exploris School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 27603 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27603, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).