Serving 2,776 students in grades 9-12, Apex Friendship High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,776 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apex Friendship High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Apex Friendship High School's student population of 2,776 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,776 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apex Friendship High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apex Friendship High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#108 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
69%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apex Friendship High School's ranking?
Apex Friendship High School is ranked #108 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Apex Friendship High School often compared to?
Apex Friendship High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apex High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Apex Friendship High School?
The graduation rate of Apex Friendship High School is 97%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Apex Friendship High School?
2,776 students attend Apex Friendship High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Apex Friendship High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apex Friendship High School?
Apex Friendship High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Apex Friendship High School offer ?
Apex Friendship High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Apex Friendship High School part of?
Apex Friendship High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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