For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 308 students in 27845, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 189 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 27845, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27845, NC are Northampton Virtual Academy and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27845 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27845, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27845, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northampton Virtual Academy
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 N Church St
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 585-1900
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 585-1900
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9742 Nc Hwy 305
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-3381
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-3381
Gr: PK-3 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
27845, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8380 Hwy 305 S
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Jackson, NC 27845
(252) 534-4791
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27845, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27845, NC include Northampton Virtual Academy and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27845?
2 public schools are located in 27845.
What percentage of students in 27845 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 27845 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27845?
27845 public schools minority enrollment is 88% 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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