For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,519 students in 27408, NC.
The top ranked public middle schools in 27408, NC are Kiser Middle School and Mendenhall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27408 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27408, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27408, NC Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kiser Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
716 Benjamin Parkway
Greensboro, NC 27408
(336) 370-8240
Greensboro, NC 27408
(336) 370-8240
Grades: 6-8
| 900 students
Rank: #22.
Mendenhall Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
205 Willoughby Boulevard
Greensboro, NC 27408
(336) 545-2000
Greensboro, NC 27408
(336) 545-2000
Grades: 6-8
| 619 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 27408, NC?
The top ranked public middle schools in 27408, NC include Kiser Middle School and Mendenhall Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27408?
2 public middle schools are located in 27408.
What is the racial composition of students in 27408?
27408 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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