Top 5 Best 27520 North Carolina Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,257 students in 27520, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27520, NC are Johnston Charter Academy, Cleveland Elementary School and Swift Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27520 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27520, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina public elementary school average of 56% (majority Black).

Best 27520, NC Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Johnston Charter Academy
Charter School
Math: 65% | Reading: 62%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
40 Scholar Drive
Clayton, NC 27520
(866) 642-3676
Grades: K-8
| 733 students
Rank: #22.
Cleveland Elementary School
Math: 56% | Reading: 53%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10225 Cleveland Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 550-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 857 students
Rank: #33.
Swift Creek Middle School
Math: 38% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
325 Norris Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 262-0750
Grades: 6-8
| 745 students
Rank: #44.
Clayton Middle School
Math: 29% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
490 Guy Rd
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-5811
Grades: 6-8
| 646 students
Rank: #55.
West Clayton Elementary School
Math: 28% | Reading: 34%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1012 S Lombard St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-7113
Grades: PK-5
| 813 students
Rank: #66.
Cooper Academy
Math: 22% | Reading: 29%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
849 North Mial St
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-0256
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 27520, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27520, NC include Johnston Charter Academy, Cleveland Elementary School and Swift Creek Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27520, NC?
6 public elementary schools are located in 27520, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 27520, NC?
27520, NC public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 56% (majority Black).

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