Best 27520 North Carolina Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,835 students in 27520, NC (there are 3 private schools, serving 551 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 27520, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 27520, NC are Johnston Charter Academy, Cleveland Elementary School and Cleveland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 27520 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27520, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).