For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 662 students in 27021, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27021, NC is Chestnut Grove Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27021 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27021, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27021, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chestnut Grove Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2185 Chestnut Grove Road
King, NC 27021
(336) 983-2106
King, NC 27021
(336) 983-2106
Gr: 6-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27021, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27021, NC include Chestnut Grove Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27021?
1 public middle schools are located in 27021.
What is the racial composition of students in 27021?
27021 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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