For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 6,515 students in 27713, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27713, NC are Research Triangle High School and Nc Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27713 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27713, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27713 have a Graduation Rate of 69%, which is less than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Research Triangle High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27713, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Research Triangle High School
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3106 East Nc Highway 54
Durham, NC 27713
(919) 998-6757
Durham, NC 27713
(919) 998-6757
Gr: 9-12 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Nc Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4220 Nc Highway 55, Suite 130
Durham, NC 27713
(919) 346-0121
Durham, NC 27713
(919) 346-0121
Gr: K-12 | 3,482 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27713, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27713, NC include Research Triangle High School and Nc Virtual Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27713?
3 public high schools are located in 27713.
What is the racial composition of students in 27713?
27713 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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