For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,956 students in 27501, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27501, NC are Mcgee's Crossroads Elementary School, Harnett Central High School and Carolina Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27501 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27501, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27501, NC 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcgee's Crossroads Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10330 Nc Hwy 50 North
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 894-7161
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 894-7161
Gr: PK-5 | 949 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Harnett Central High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2911 Harnett Central Rd
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6161
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6161
Gr: 9-12 | 1,493 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Carolina Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8529 Nc Highway 55
Angier, NC 27501
(984) 300-3015
Angier, NC 27501
(984) 300-3015
Gr: K-8 | 823 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Harnett Central Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2529 Harnett Central Rd
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6000
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Angier Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
130 E Mciver St
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-2635
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-2635
Gr: 3-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Carolina Charter Academy Rca
Charter School
8529 Nc Highway 55
Angier, NC 27501
(984) 300-3015
Angier, NC 27501
(984) 300-3015
Rank: n/an/a
282 N Harnett School Rd
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-4480
Angier, NC 27501
(919) 639-4480
Gr: PK-2 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27501, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27501, NC include Mcgee's Crossroads Elementary School, Harnett Central High School and Carolina Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in 27501?
7 public schools are located in 27501.
What is the racial composition of students in 27501?
27501 public schools minority enrollment is 55% 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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