For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,167 students in 27508, NC.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27508, NC are Bunn Elementary School and Bunn Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27508 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27508, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27508, NC Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bunn Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
686 Bunn Elem School Road
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-4015
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-4015
Grades: PK-5
| 579 students
Rank: #22.
Bunn Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4742 Nc 39 Hwy S
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-7700
Bunn, NC 27508
(919) 496-7700
Grades: 6-8
| 588 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 27508, NC?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 27508, NC include Bunn Elementary School and Bunn Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27508?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27508.
What is the racial composition of students in 27508?
27508 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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