Best Schools in Johnston County, NC
Johnston County, NC has a total of 57 schools including 14 high schools, 15 middle schools and 25 elementary schools. A total of 41,862 students attend Johnston County, NC schools. On average, schools in Johnston County score 46% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 42% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Johnston County exceed expectations.
Best High Schools in Johnston County, NC
Johnston County, NC has 14 high schools with 13,234 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Johnston County score 49% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 45% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Johnston County exceed expectations.
1. Johnston County Schools Career Technical
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 206 Students
2. Johnston Co Early College Academy
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 13 • 281 Students
3. Cleveland High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1879 Students
4. Corinth Holders High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 2219 Students
5. Clayton High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 2024 Students
6. Princeton High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 12 • 1024 Students
7. West Johnston High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1469 Students
8. Smithfield-selma High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1503 Students
9. North Johnston High
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 787 Students
10. Choice Plus Academy
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 12 • 52 Students
Best Middle Schools in Johnston County, NC
Johnston County, NC has 15 middle schools with 9,111 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Johnston County score 48% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 43% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Johnston County greatly exceed expectations.
1. Cleveland Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 936 Students
2. The Innovation Academy At South Campus
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 232 Students
3. Riverwood Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 948 Students
4. Archer Lodge Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 1219 Students
5. Swift Creek Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 750 Students
6. Rosewood Middle
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Wayne County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 322 Students
7. Four Oaks Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 468 Students
8. Mcgee's Crossroads Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 749 Students
9. Clayton Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 573 Students
10. North Johnston Middle
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 600 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Johnston County, NC
Johnston County, NC has 25 elementary schools with 16,213 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Johnston County score 45% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 40% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Johnston County exceed expectations.
1. Johnston Charter Academy
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Johnston Charter Academy • Charter • Grades KG - 8 • 679 Students
2. Riverwood Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 810 Students
3. River Dell Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 922 Students
4. Pine Level Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 362 Students
5. Cleveland Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 822 Students
6. Polenta Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 1014 Students
7. East Clayton Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 515 Students
8. Dixon Road Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 598 Students
9. Meadow School
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 609 Students
10. Powhatan Elementary
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Johnston County Public Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 616 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Johnston County, NC
County-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Johnston County, NC has a total population of 215,999 with 26% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 90%, and 29% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Johnston County, NC
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Johnston County, NC.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
13.91 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
3.14 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
10.77 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Johnston County, NC.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Johnston County, NC.
ISP Report Card
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Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
To read more about these statistics, please visit Johnston County, NC Internet Health Assessment.
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