For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 368 students in 27229, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 27229, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public school in 27229, NC is Candor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27229 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27229, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27229, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Candor Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
414 S Main
Candor, NC 27229
(910) 974-4582
Candor, NC 27229
(910) 974-4582
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27229, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27229, NC include Candor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27229?
1 public schools are located in 27229.
What percentage of students in 27229 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 27229 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27229?
27229 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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