Summary:
The 27520 zip code area in North Carolina is home to 9 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Johnston County Public Schools district. While the district is ranked 94 out of 242 in the state with a 3-star rating, the schools within the area show a wide range of academic performance.
Some standout schools include Cleveland Elementary, which is ranked 124 out of 1,490 elementary schools in North Carolina and has a 5-star rating, consistently outperforming the district and state averages on standardized tests. Another high-performing school is Johnston Charter Academy, a public charter elementary/middle school ranked 463 out of 1,490 and with a 3-star rating, performing well above the state averages, particularly in science. The alternative public charter school, American Leadership Academy - Johnston, also stands out with a 4-year graduation rate on par with the local high schools.
However, the area also includes schools with high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, suggesting economic disadvantage, and varying academic outcomes, with some struggling to meet state averages. The data highlights the diverse educational landscape within the 27520 zip code, with both high-performing and underperforming schools, and suggests that factors beyond just funding and staffing play a role in student success.
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