For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 837 students in 27244, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27244, NC is Western Alamance Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27244 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27244, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27244, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western Alamance Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 Eldon Drive
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6010
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 538-6010
Gr: 6-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
27244, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakeside School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
Po Box 157
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 584-0091
Elon, NC 27244
(336) 584-0091
Gr: 6-12 | 70 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27244, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27244, NC include Western Alamance Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27244?
1 public middle schools are located in 27244.
What is the racial composition of students in 27244?
27244 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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