For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 309 students in Norlina, NC (there are , serving 14 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Norlina, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in Norlina, NC is Northside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Norlina, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Norlina have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Norlina, NC (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
164 Elementary Ave
Norlina, NC 27563
(252) 456-2656
Norlina, NC 27563
(252) 456-2656
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Norlina, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in Norlina, NC include Northside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Norlina?
1 public schools are located in Norlina.
What percentage of students in Norlina go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Norlina are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Norlina?
Norlina public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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