Best 27597 North Carolina Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,246 students in 27597, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27597, NC is East Wake Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 27597 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27597, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27597 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is East Wake Academy, 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27597, NC Public High Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Wake Academy
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
821 Charter School Way
Zebulon, NC 27597
(919) 404-0444
Gr: K-12 | 1,246 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27597, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27597, NC include East Wake Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 27597?
1 public high schools are located in 27597.
What is the racial composition of students in 27597?
27597 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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