For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,088 students in Trinity, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Trinity, NC are Hopewell Elementary School, Wheatmore Middle School and Trinity Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Trinity, NC public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Trinity have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Trinity, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hopewell Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6294 Welborn Road
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 861-2030
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 861-2030
Grades: K-5
| 714 students
Rank: #22.
Wheatmore Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5105 Archdale Road
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 431-2589
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 431-2589
Grades: 6-8
| 515 students
Rank: #33.
Trinity Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5457 Braxton Craven Rd
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 431-1027
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 431-1027
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #44.
Uwharrie Ridge Six-twelve
(Math: 36% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1463 Pleasant Union Road
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 241-3900
Trinity, NC 27370
(336) 241-3900
Grades: 6-12
| 435 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Trinity, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Trinity, NC include Hopewell Elementary School, Wheatmore Middle School and Trinity Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Trinity?
4 public elementary schools are located in Trinity.
What is the racial composition of students in Trinity?
Trinity public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Trinity are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Trinity include: Trinity Elementary School vs. Hopewell Elementary School
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