For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 539 students in 27260, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27260, NC is Penn-griffin Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27260 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27260, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27260, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn-griffin Schools
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
825 Washington Street
High Point, NC 27260
(336) 819-2870
High Point, NC 27260
(336) 819-2870
Gr: 6-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27260, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27260, NC include Penn-griffin Schools.
How many public middle schools are located in 27260?
1 public middle schools are located in 27260.
What is the racial composition of students in 27260?
27260 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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