For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 117 students in 27846, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27846, NC is Nersba Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27846 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27846, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27846 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nersba Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27846, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nersba Early College
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1215 Saint Andrews St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-0241
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-0241
Gr: 9-13 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
27846, North Carolina 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1215 S St Andrews St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-4428
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-4428
Gr: 6-8 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27846, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27846, NC include Nersba Early College.
How many public high schools are located in 27846?
1 public high schools are located in 27846.
What is the racial composition of students in 27846?
27846 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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