For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 117 students in 27846, NC.
The top ranked public high school in 27846, NC is Nersba Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27846 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27846, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27846 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nersba Early College, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27846, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nersba Early College
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1215 Saint Andrews St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-0241
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-0241
Grades: 9-13
| 117 students
27846, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1215 S St Andrews St
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-4428
Jamesville, NC 27846
(252) 792-4428
Grades: 6-8
| 107 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27846, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27846, NC include Nersba Early College.
How many public high schools are located in 27846?
1 public high schools are located in 27846.
What is the racial composition of students in 27846?
27846 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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