For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,241 students in 27870, NC (there are 2 private schools, serving 372 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 27870, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27870, NC are Roanoke Rapids Early College High School, Manning Elementary School and Roanoke Rapids High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27870 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27870, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27870, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Roanoke Rapids Early College High School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
844 Hamilton St
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7205
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7205
Gr: 9-13 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Manning Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
940 Park Avenue
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7400
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Roanoke Rapids High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Hamilton Street
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7200
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Chaloner Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2100 Virginia Avenue
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7600
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7600
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1517 Bolling Road
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7500
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4391 Highway 158
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-0300
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-0300
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
William R Davie Middle S.t.e.m. Academy
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4391 Hwy 158
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-0300
Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
(252) 519-0300
Gr: 6-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27870, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27870, NC include Roanoke Rapids Early College High School, Manning Elementary School and Roanoke Rapids High School.
How many public schools are located in 27870?
7 public schools are located in 27870.
What percentage of students in 27870 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 27870 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27870?
27870 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
AI Report Cards: Should Schools Evaluate AI Use?
Explore whether schools should assess student AI use, the benefits, risks, and what responsible AI report cards could look like in 2026.
The Parent’s Guide to School Cell Phone Bans in 2026
Learn how school cell phone bans work in 2026, why districts are adopting them, and what parents should expect.
Parental Involvement in Public Schools: 2026 Update
Explore the latest 2026 trends, research, and strategies shaping parental involvement in public schools and student success.