Best 27006 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 437 students in 27006, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27006, NC is William Ellis Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27006 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27006, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27006, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Ellis Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
144 William Ellis Drive
Advance, NC 27006
(336) 751-2107
Gr: 6-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27006, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27006, NC include William Ellis Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27006?
1 public middle schools are located in 27006.
What is the racial composition of students in 27006?
27006 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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