For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 299 students in 27890, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 27890, NC is Weldon Elementary Global Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 27890 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27890, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27890, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weldon Elementary Global Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
805 Washington Ave
Weldon, NC 27890
(252) 536-4815
Weldon, NC 27890
(252) 536-4815
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
27890, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
415 County Rd
Weldon, NC 27890
(252) 536-4821
Weldon, NC 27890
(252) 536-4821
Gr: 9-12 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27890, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27890, NC include Weldon Elementary Global Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27890?
1 public elementary schools are located in 27890.
What is the racial composition of students in 27890?
27890 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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