For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,185 students in 27105, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27105, NC are Quality Education Academy, Paisley Ib Magnet School and Carver High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27105 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27105, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27105 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Forsyth High School, with 80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27105, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Quality Education Academy
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5012-d Lansing Drive
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 744-7138
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 744-7138
Grades: K-12
| 667 students
Rank: #22.
Paisley Ib Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1394 Thurmond St
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 703-4168
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 703-4168
Grades: 6-10
| 570 students
Rank: #33.
Carver High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3545 Carver School Road
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 727-2987
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 727-2987
Grades: 9-12
| 694 students
Rank: #44.
North Forsyth High School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5705 Shattalon Drive
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 661-4880
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 661-4880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,111 students
Rank: #55.
Lowrance Middle School
Special Education School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1394 Thurmond St
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 703-4181
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 703-4181
Grades: 6-10
| 136 students
Rank: #66.
Kingswood School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
271 Mercantile Drive
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 703-4128
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 703-4128
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students
27105, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1612 E 14th Street
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 725-7507
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 725-7507
Grades: K-6
| 13 students
3545 Carver School Rd
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 727-2987
Winston Salem, NC 27105
(336) 727-2987
Grades: 9-12
| 16 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27105, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27105, NC include Quality Education Academy, Paisley Ib Magnet School and Carver High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27105?
6 public high schools are located in 27105.
What is the racial composition of students in 27105?
27105 public high schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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