For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,878 students in 27596, NC.
The top ranked public schools in 27596, NC are Youngsville Elementary School, Youngsville Academy and Long Mill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27596 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27596, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27596, NC 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Youngsville Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Us I-a
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 556-5250
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 556-5250
Grades: PK-5
| 410 students
Rank: #22.
Youngsville Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2045 Hicks Rd
Youngsville, NC 27596
(984) 235-4620
Youngsville, NC 27596
(984) 235-4620
Grades: K-10
| 556 students
Rank: #33.
Long Mill Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1753 Long Mill Rd
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 554-0667
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 554-0667
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: #44.
Cedar Creek Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2228 Cedar Creek Road
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 554-4848
Youngsville, NC 27596
(919) 554-4848
Grades: 6-8
| 500 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27596, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27596, NC include Youngsville Elementary School, Youngsville Academy and Long Mill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27596?
4 public schools are located in 27596.
What is the racial composition of students in 27596?
27596 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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