For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 343 students in 27306, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27306, NC is West Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27306 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27306, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27306, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
129 Nc Hwy 109s
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 572-9378
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 572-9378
Gr: 6-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
27306, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
147 Warrior Drive
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 439-6191
Mount Gilead, NC 27306
(910) 439-6191
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27306, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27306, NC include West Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27306?
1 public middle schools are located in 27306.
What is the racial composition of students in 27306?
27306 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% 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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