Serving 867 students in grades 6-8, Apex Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Apex Middle serves the southwest part of Apex, NC, covering an area of approximately 23.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Apex Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Apex Middle School's student population of 867 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
867 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Apex Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apex Middle School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#478 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)66%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
64%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 01/27/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apex Middle School's ranking?
Apex Middle School is ranked #478 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Apex Middle School often compared to?
Apex Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apex Friendship Middle School, Lufkin Road Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Apex Middle School?
867 students attend Apex Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Apex Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Apex Middle School?
Apex Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Apex Middle School offer ?
Apex Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Apex Middle School part of?
Apex Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
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