For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 572 students in 28327, NC.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28327, NC are Crain's Creek Middle School and The Community Learning Center Pinckney. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 28327 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 28327, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28327, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crain's Creek Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4631 Union Church Rd
Carthage, NC 28327
(910) 245-3796
Carthage, NC 28327
(910) 245-3796
Gr: 6-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
The Community Learning Center Pinckney
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
160 Pinckney Road
Carthage, NC 28327
(910) 947-2603
Carthage, NC 28327
(910) 947-2603
Gr: 6-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 28327, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 28327, NC include Crain's Creek Middle School and The Community Learning Center Pinckney.
How many public middle schools are located in 28327?
2 public middle schools are located in 28327.
What is the racial composition of students in 28327?
28327 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% 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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