For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 898 students in 27609, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27609, NC is Carroll Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 27609 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27609, NC have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27609, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carroll Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4520 Six Forks Rd
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 881-1370
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 881-1370
Gr: 6-8 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27609, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27609, NC include Carroll Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27609?
2 public middle schools are located in 27609.
What is the racial composition of students in 27609?
27609 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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