For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 914 students in 27527, NC.
The top ranked public middle school in 27527, NC is Riverwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27527 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27527, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27527, NC Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverwood Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
204 Athletic Club Blvd
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 359-2769
Clayton, NC 27527
(919) 359-2769
Gr: 6-8 | 914 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 27527, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 27527, NC include Riverwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27527?
1 public middle schools are located in 27527.
What is the racial composition of students in 27527?
27527 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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