For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,035 students in 27508, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27508, NC are Bunn High School, Bunn Elementary School and Bunn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27508 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27508, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27508, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bunn High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29 Bunn Elem School Road
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-3975
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-3975
Gr: 9-12 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Bunn Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
686 Bunn Elem School Road
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-4015
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-4015
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Bunn Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4742 Nc 39 Hwy S
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-7700
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27508, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27508, NC include Bunn High School, Bunn Elementary School and Bunn Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27508?
3 public schools are located in 27508.
What is the racial composition of students in 27508?
27508 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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