Best Public Schools in Zip Code 27576

The 27576 zip code area is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools and 1 middle school. While the schools in this area serve a diverse student population, the data reveals stark contrasts in academic performance, with Thanksgiving Elementary standing out as the top-performing school in the group.

Thanksgiving Elementary consistently outperforms the Johnston County Public Schools district and North Carolina state averages on standardized tests, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Selma Elementary and Selma Middle School both have 1-star ratings, indicating significant academic challenges. The free/reduced lunch rates also vary greatly, with Thanksgiving Elementary serving a more economically diverse student population compared to the high-poverty student bodies at the other two schools.

While the schools in the 27576 zip code area serve students of diverse racial backgrounds, the data shows that Thanksgiving Elementary has a higher percentage of White students, while Selma Elementary and Selma Middle School have larger Hispanic and African American student populations. Interestingly, the higher spending per student at Selma Elementary and Selma Middle School does not translate to better academic outcomes, suggesting that factors beyond just funding, such as school leadership and teacher quality, may be more influential in driving student success.