For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,581 students in 27525, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27525, NC are Tar River Elementary School, Wilton Elementary School and Franklinton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27525 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27525, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27525, NC 51爆料s (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tar River Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2642 Philo White Rd
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-2767
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-2767
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Wilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2555 Hwy 96
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-0033
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 528-0033
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Franklinton High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
910 Cedar Creek Road
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2332
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2332
Gr: 9-12 | 1,218 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Franklinton Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
431 S Hillsborough St.
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2479
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2479
Gr: PK-5 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Franklinton Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3 N Main St
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2971
Franklinton, NC 27525
(919) 494-2971
Gr: 6-8 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27525, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27525, NC include Tar River Elementary School, Wilton Elementary School and Franklinton High School.
How many public schools are located in 27525?
5 public schools are located in 27525.
What is the racial composition of students in 27525?
27525 public schools minority enrollment is 62% 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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