For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,019 students in 27520, NC (there are 4 private schools, serving 716 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 27520, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27520, NC are Johnston Charter Academy, Cleveland High School and Cleveland Elementary 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 44% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 27520, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best 27520, NC Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Johnston Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
40 Scholar Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(866) 642-3676
Clayton, NC 27520
(866) 642-3676
Grades: K-8
| 733 students
Rank: #22.
Cleveland High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1892 Polenta Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 934-2455
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 934-2455
Grades: 9-12
| 1,785 students
Rank: #33.
Cleveland Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10225 Cleveland Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-2700
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 857 students
Rank: #44.
Clayton High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 S Fayetteville St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-4064
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-4064
Grades: 9-12
| 1,977 students
Rank: #55.
Swift Creek Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 Norris Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 262-0750
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 262-0750
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #66.
Clayton Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
490 Guy Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-5811
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-5811
Grades: 6-8
| 646 students
Rank: #77.
West Clayton Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1012 S Lombard St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-7113
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-7113
Grades: PK-5
| 813 students
Rank: #88.
Cooper Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
849 North Mial St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-0256
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-0256
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership - Johnston
Charter School
3770 Us-70 Bus
Clayton, NC 27520
(984) 236-2100
Clayton, NC 27520
(984) 236-2100
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27520, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27520, NC include Johnston Charter Academy, Cleveland High School and Cleveland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27520, NC?
9 public schools are located in 27520, NC.
What percentage of students in 27520, NC go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 27520, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27520, NC?
27520, NC public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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