Summary:
The 27828 zip code area in North Carolina is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the overall performance of these schools is concerning, with most ranked in the bottom quarter of their respective school types in the state, there are a few standout schools worth noting.
Farmville Central High School has shown some improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 453rd out of 626 North Carolina high schools in 2022-2023 to 443rd out of 640 in 2023-2024. However, its overall performance is still relatively low, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger in 2022-2023 and a 2-star rating in 2023-2024. The school's test scores are below the Pitt County Schools and state averages across several subject areas. In contrast, Sam D Bundy Elementary School has consistently ranked in the bottom quarter of North Carolina elementary schools, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger in 2022-2023 and 2024-2025. The school's test scores are significantly below the district and state averages in both mathematics and reading across all grade levels.
The data also reveals that all four schools in the 27828 zip code area have extremely high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 99.1% to 99.49%. This indicates a high-need student population that may require additional resources and support to address the challenges associated with poverty. Additionally, the differences in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios among the schools suggest that resource allocation may not be equitable, which could contribute to the disparities in academic performance. Despite these challenges, the data also shows some signs of progress, such as Farmville Central High School's slight improvement in its statewide ranking, suggesting that with the right interventions and support, the schools may be able to make meaningful gains in the future.
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