Top 5 Best 27597 North Carolina Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,521 students in 27597, NC (there are 1 private school, serving 96 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 27597, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27597, NC are East Wake Academy, Zebulon Middle School and Corinth-holders Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27597 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 27597, NC have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).

Best 27597, NC Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Wake Academy
Charter School
Math: 49% | Reading: 63%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
821 Charter School Way
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-0444
Grades: K-12
| 1,215 students
Rank: #22.
Zebulon Middle School
Magnet School
Math: 34% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Shepard School Rd
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-3630
Grades: 6-8
| 717 students
Rank: #33.
Corinth-holders Elementary School
Math: 31% | Reading: 33%
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3976 Nc 231
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 365-7560
Grades: PK-5
| 512 students
Rank: #44.
Wakelon Elementary School
Math: 15% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
8921 Pippin Rd
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-3844
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #55.
Zebulon Elementary School
Magnet School
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
700 Proctor St
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-3680
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 27597, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27597, NC include East Wake Academy, Zebulon Middle School and Corinth-holders Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27597, NC?
5 public schools are located in 27597, NC.
What percentage of students in 27597, NC go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 27597, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27597, NC?
27597, NC public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).

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