Best Public Schools in Gates, NC (2026)

Best Gates Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 242 students in Gates, NC.

The top-ranked public school in Gates, NC is Buckland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Gates, NC public school have an score of 42% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and score of 37% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Gates have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Gates, NC (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Buckland Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
:

Bottom 50%

448 Nc 37 North
Gates, NC 27937
(252) 357-1611

Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Gates, NC?

The top-ranked public schools in Gates, NC include Buckland Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Gates?

1 public schools are located in Gates.

What is the racial composition of students in Gates?

Gates public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).