For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 969 students in Advance, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Advance, NC are Shady Grove Elementary School and William Ellis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Advance, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Advance have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 九游体育s in Advance, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shady Grove Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3179 Cornatzer Rd
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 936-8280
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 936-8280
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
Rank: #22.
William Ellis Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
144 William Ellis Drive
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 751-2107
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 751-2107
Grades: 6-8
| 469 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Advance, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Advance, NC include Shady Grove Elementary School and William Ellis Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Advance?
2 public schools are located in Advance.
What is the racial composition of students in Advance?
Advance public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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