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2 schools in Trenton

North Carolina · Public K-12

Trenton's public-school footprint covers 2 campuses with combined enrollment of about 648 students, averaging 324 per campus.

7-year change in Trenton

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
648
-60 (-8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
-1 (-33%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
43%
was 46%
% Hispanic
16%
was 9%
% Black
32%
was 43%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Jones Senior High SchoolHigh06-12495
Trenton ElementaryElementaryPK-05153

About Trenton

Trenton is a small North Carolina city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 648 students total.

In terms of grade levels, the city is made up of 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Trenton average about 324 students each, 43% lower than the North Carolina norm.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Trenton has fell 8% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 708 students to 648. The school count fell from 3 to 2 across the same 7-year window. The Black share of public-school enrollment decreased from 43% to 32%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Trenton discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Trenton, North Carolina?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Trenton, with a combined enrollment of about 648.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Trenton?
Trenton has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Trenton?
Jones Senior High School is the largest public school in Trenton by enrollment, with approximately 495 students.
What school districts serve Trenton?
Trenton public schools are operated by Jones County Schools.
What grade levels do public schools in Trenton cover?
Public schools in Trenton serve students from pre-K through grade 12.