For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,188 students in 27301, NC (there are , serving 156 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 27301, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27301, NC are Mcleansville Elementary School, Madison Elementary School and Northeast Guilford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27301 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27301, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27301, NC 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcleansville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5315 Frieden Church Rd
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 698-0144
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 698-0144
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3600 Hines Chapel Road
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 375-2555
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 375-2555
Gr: K-5 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Northeast Guilford High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Mcleansville Road
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 375-2500
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 375-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 960 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Northeast Guilford Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6720 Mcleansville Road
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 375-2525
Mc Leansville, NC 27301
(336) 375-2525
Gr: 6-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27301, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27301, NC include Mcleansville Elementary School, Madison Elementary School and Northeast Guilford High School.
How many public schools are located in 27301?
4 public schools are located in 27301.
What percentage of students in 27301 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 27301 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27301?
27301 public schools minority enrollment is 81% 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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