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Best 27709 North Carolina Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 564 students in 27709, NC.

The top ranked public school in 27709, NC is Research Triangle High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 27709 have an score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and score of 87% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27709, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27709, NC Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Research Triangle High School

Charter School

(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
:

10/

Top 10%

3106 East Nc Highway 54
Durham, NC 27709
(919) 998-6757

Gr: 9-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 27709, NC?

The top ranked public schools in 27709, NC include Research Triangle High School.

How many public schools are located in 27709?

1 public schools are located in 27709.

What is the racial composition of students in 27709?

27709 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).