Best Public Schools in Zip Code 27527

The 27527 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Johnston County Public Schools district. While the schools in this area generally outperform the county and state averages, there is a stark contrast in performance, with some standout high-performing schools and one lower-performing school.

The top-performing schools in the 27527 zip code are Riverwood Elementary, which ranks 150th out of 1,505 North Carolina elementary schools and earns a 5-star rating, and River Dell Elementary, which ranks 311th and has a 4-star rating. These schools boast exceptional test scores, with over 70% of 3rd graders proficient or better in both math and reading. In contrast, East Clayton Elementary is the lower-performing school in the area, with test scores below the county and state averages.

The schools in the 27527 zip code also vary in their student demographics and economic factors. Riverwood Elementary has the lowest percentage of non-white students at 44.81%, while East Clayton Elementary has the highest at 68.16%. Additionally, the free/reduced lunch rates range from 34.82% at River Dell Elementary to 57.86% at East Clayton Elementary, indicating varying levels of economic disadvantage within the school communities.