For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,946 students in 27504, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27504, NC are West Johnston High School, Meadow School and Benson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27504 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27504, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27504, NC Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Johnston High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5935 Raleigh Road
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 934-7333
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 934-7333
Grades: 9-12
| 1,469 students
Rank: #22.
Meadow School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7507 Nc Hwy 50 S
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-4226
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-4226
Grades: PK-8
| 609 students
Rank: #33.
Benson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2040 Hwy 50 N
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-4233
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-4233
Grades: PK-4
| 608 students
Rank: #44.
Mcgee's Crossroads Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13353 Nc Highway 210
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-6003
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-6003
Grades: 6-8
| 749 students
Rank: #55.
Benson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 N Wall Street
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-3889
Benson, NC 27504
(919) 894-3889
Grades: 5-8
| 511 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27504, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27504, NC include West Johnston High School, Meadow School and Benson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27504?
5 public schools are located in 27504.
What is the racial composition of students in 27504?
27504 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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