For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 328 students in Providence, NC.
The top-ranked public school in Providence, NC is North Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Providence, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Providence have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% 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 Providence, NC (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10390 Nc Hwy 86 N
Providence, NC 27315
(336) 388-2222
Providence, NC 27315
(336) 388-2222
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Providence, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Providence, NC include North Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Providence?
1 public schools are located in Providence.
What is the racial composition of students in Providence?
Providence public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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