For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,261 students in 27262, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27262, NC are Kirkman Park Elementary School, Johnson Street Global Studies and Montlieu Academy Of Technology. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27262 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27262, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27262, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kirkman Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1101 North Centennial Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2905
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2905
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Johnson Street Global Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Johnson Street
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2900
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2900
Gr: K-8 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Montlieu Academy Of Technology
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Montlieu Avenue
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2910
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2910
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Northwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
818 West Lexington Avenue
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2920
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2920
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Pruette Scale Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
900 English Road
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 878-5380
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 878-5380
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: #66.
Ferndale Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
701 Ferndale Boulevard
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2855
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 819-2855
Gr: 6-8 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
851 Ferndale Blvd
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 522-6326
High Point, NC 27262
(336) 522-6326
Gr: 3-12 | 101 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27262, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27262, NC include Kirkman Park Elementary School, Johnson Street Global Studies and Montlieu Academy Of Technology.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27262?
7 public elementary schools are located in 27262.
What is the racial composition of students in 27262?
27262 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 92% 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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