Best 27616 North Carolina Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,726 students in 27616, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27616, NC are River Bend Middle School and East Millbrook Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27616 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27616, NC have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27616, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
River Bend Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5601 Wallace Martin Way
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 694-8690
Gr: 6-8 | 995 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
East Millbrook Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3801 Spring Forest Rd
Raleigh, NC 27616
(919) 850-8755
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27616, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27616, NC include River Bend Middle School and East Millbrook Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27616?
2 public middle schools are located in 27616.
What is the racial composition of students in 27616?
27616 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Recent Articles

Phone Bans Are Expanding: Will They Actually Help Your Child?
Phone Bans Are Expanding: Will They Actually Help Your Child?
Phone bans are spreading in public schools nationwide. Learn how to evaluate whether a school's cellphone policy will improve your child's learning and well-being.
Should You Move for a Better Public School or Stay Put?
Should You Move for a Better Public School or Stay Put?
Considering a move to a higher-rated public school? Learn how to weigh school quality, housing costs, and family priorities before relocating.
How to Compare Public School Value Beyond Test Scores
How to Compare Public School Value Beyond Test Scores
Learn how to evaluate public school value using student support, school climate, opportunities, and outcomes, not just standardized test scores.

Quick Links