For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 763 students in 27985, NC.
The top ranked public school in 27985, NC is Perquimans County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27985 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27985, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27985, NC 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Perquimans County Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
312 W Main Street
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-7355
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-7355
Grades: 6-8
| 365 students
Rank: n/an/a
181 Winfall Blvd
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-5332
Winfall, NC 27985
(252) 426-5332
Grades: PK-2
| 398 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27985, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27985, NC include Perquimans County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27985?
2 public schools are located in 27985.
What is the racial composition of students in 27985?
27985 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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