For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 670 students in 27803, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27803, NC is G R Edwards Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27803 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27803, NC have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27803, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
G R Edwards Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
720 Edwards Street
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 937-9025
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 937-9025
Gr: 6-8 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
801 Williford St
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 462-2855
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
(252) 462-2855
Gr: 1-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27803, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27803, NC include G R Edwards Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27803?
2 public middle schools are located in 27803.
What is the racial composition of students in 27803?
27803 public middle schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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