For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 208 students in 27252, NC.
The top ranked public school in 27252, NC is J S Waters School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø school in zipcode 27252 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27252, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27252, NC ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J S Waters School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
55 J S Waters School Road
Goldston, NC 27252
(919) 898-2259
Goldston, NC 27252
(919) 898-2259
Gr: K-8 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27252, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27252, NC include J S Waters School.
How many public schools are located in 27252?
1 public schools are located in 27252.
What is the racial composition of students in 27252?
27252 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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