For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,960 students in 27597, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27597, NC are East Wake Academy and Zebulon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27597 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27597, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27597, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Wake Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
821 Charter School Way
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-0444
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-0444
Gr: K-12 | 1,246 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Zebulon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Shepard School Rd
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-3630
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-3630
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27597, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27597, NC include East Wake Academy and Zebulon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27597?
2 public middle schools are located in 27597.
What is the racial composition of students in 27597?
27597 public middle schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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