For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,621 students in 27401, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27401, NC are Lincoln Academy, Bluford Elementary School and The Experiential School Of Greensboro. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27401 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27401, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27401, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1016 Lincoln Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-3471
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-3471
Gr: 4-8 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Bluford Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Tuscaloosa Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8120
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8120
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #33.
The Experiential School Of Greensboro
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
301 S Church St
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 890-8374
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 890-8374
Gr: K-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1110 East Washington Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8290
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8290
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Otis L Hairston Sr Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3911 Naco Rd
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 378-8280
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 378-8280
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Waldo C Falkener Sr Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3931 Naco Road
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8150
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8150
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
27401, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Imani Institute Charter (Closed 2007)
Charter School
201 N Church Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 333-9484
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 333-9484
Gr: 6-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Peeler Open Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
1901 Tuscaloosa Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8270
Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 370-8270
Gr: 5 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27401, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27401, NC include Lincoln Academy, Bluford Elementary School and The Experiential School Of Greensboro.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27401?
6 public elementary schools are located in 27401.
What is the racial composition of students in 27401?
27401 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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