For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,264 students in 27511, NC (there are 6 private schools, serving 216 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 27511, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 27511, NC are Triangle Math And Science Academy, Briarcliff Elementary School and Farmington Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27511 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27511, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27511, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Triangle Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
312 Gregson Dr.
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 388-0077
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 388-0077
Grades: K-12
| 1,341 students
Rank: #22.
Briarcliff Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1220 Pond St
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3443
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3443
Grades: PK-5
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Farmington Woods Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1413 Hampton Valley Rd
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3469
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3469
Grades: PK-5
| 652 students
Rank: #44.
Cary High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
638 Walnut St
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3549
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3549
Grades: 9-12
| 2,136 students
Rank: #55.
Cary Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Kildaire Farm Road
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3455
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3455
Grades: PK-5
| 440 students
Rank: #66.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
805 Cary Towne Blvd
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3431
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3431
Grades: PK-5
| 616 students
Rank: #77.
East Cary Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1111 Se Maynard Road
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 466-4377
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 466-4377
Grades: 6-8
| 623 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27511, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27511, NC include Triangle Math And Science Academy, Briarcliff Elementary School and Farmington Woods Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27511?
7 public schools are located in 27511.
What percentage of students in 27511 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 27511 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27511?
27511 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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