Best 27055 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 937 students in 27055, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 27055, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27055, NC are Yadkin Early College, Courtney Elementary School and Yadkinville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27055 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27055, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27055, NC Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yadkin Early College
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1001 College Drive
Yadkinville, NC 27055
(336) 386-3579
Gr: 9-13 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Courtney Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2529 Courtney-huntsville Rd
Yadkinville, NC 27055
(336) 551-1120
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Yadkinville Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
305 North State Street
Yadkinville, NC 27055
(336) 551-1175
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Yadkin Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
733 East Main Street
Yadkinville, NC 27055
(336) 551-1166
Gr: 6-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 27055, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27055, NC include Yadkin Early College, Courtney Elementary School and Yadkinville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27055?
4 public schools are located in 27055.
What percentage of students in 27055 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 27055 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27055?
27055 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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