For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 448 students in 27603, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27603, NC is The Exploris School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27603 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27603, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27603, NC Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Exploris School
Charter School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Hillsborough St.
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 715-3690
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 715-3690
Gr: K-8 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
27603, North Carolina Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Spring Hill School, Dorothea Dix Hosp (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
2104 Umstead Dr
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 733-5545
Raleigh, NC 27603
(919) 733-5545
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27603, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27603, NC include The Exploris School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27603?
1 public middle schools are located in 27603.
What is the racial composition of students in 27603?
27603 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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