For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,195 students in 27502, NC.
The top ranked public high schools in 27502, NC are Apex Friendship High School and Apex High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27502 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27502, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27502 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 85%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Apex Friendship High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27502, NC Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Apex Friendship High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Humie Olive Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
Grades: 9-12
| 2,761 students
Rank: #22.
Apex High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 Laura Duncan Road
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 387-2208
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 387-2208
Grades: 9-12
| 2,434 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 27502, NC?
The top ranked public high schools in 27502, NC include Apex Friendship High School and Apex High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27502?
2 public high schools are located in 27502.
What is the racial composition of students in 27502?
27502 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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