For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 399 students in 27822, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27822, NC is Elm City Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27822 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27822, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27822, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elm City Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
215 E Church St
Elm City, NC 27822
(252) 236-4148
Elm City, NC 27822
(252) 236-4148
Gr: 6-8 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27822, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27822, NC include Elm City Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27822?
1 public middle schools are located in 27822.
What is the racial composition of students in 27822?
27822 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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