For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 462 students in 27851, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27851, NC is Springfield Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27851 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27851, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27851, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5551 Wiggins Mill Rd
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1347
Lucama, NC 27851
(252) 239-1347
Gr: 6-8 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27851, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27851, NC include Springfield Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27851?
1 public middle schools are located in 27851.
What is the racial composition of students in 27851?
27851 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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