For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,534 students in 27263, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 113 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 27263, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27263, NC are Archdale Elementary School, Trindale Elementary School and John R Lawrence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27263 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27263, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27263, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Archdale Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
207 Trindale Rd
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 431-9121
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 431-9121
Gr: K-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Trindale Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Balfour Dr
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 434-1516
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 434-1516
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
John R Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6068 Suits Rd
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 861-8100
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 861-8100
Gr: K-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 East Fairfield Rd
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 819-2164
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 819-2164
Gr: 5-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Trinity Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5271 Surrett Drive
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 886-1100
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 886-1100
Gr: 6-8 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #66.
Allen Jay Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1311 East Springfield Road
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 434-8490
High Point, NC 27263
(336) 434-8490
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27263, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27263, NC include Archdale Elementary School, Trindale Elementary School and John R Lawrence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27263?
6 public schools are located in 27263.
What percentage of students in 27263 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 27263 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27263?
27263 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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