For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,811 students in 27511, NC (there are 6 private schools, serving 391 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 27511, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27511, NC are Triangle Math And Science Academy, Briarcliff Elementary School and Farmington Woods Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27511 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27511, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27511, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Triangle Math And Science Academy
Charter School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
312 Gregson Dr.
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 388-0077
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 388-0077
Gr: K-12 | 1,904 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
Briarcliff Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1220 Pond St
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3443
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3443
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Farmington Woods Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1413 Hampton Valley Rd
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3469
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3469
Gr: PK-5 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Cary High School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
638 Walnut St
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3549
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3549
Gr: 9-12 | 2,044 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Cary Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 Kildaire Farm Road
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3455
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3455
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Adams Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
805 Cary Towne Blvd
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3431
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 460-3431
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
East Cary Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1111 Se Maynard Road
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 466-4377
Cary, NC 27511
(919) 466-4377
Gr: 6-8 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27511, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27511, NC include Triangle Math And Science Academy, Briarcliff Elementary School and Farmington Woods Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 27511?
7 public schools are located in 27511.
What percentage of students in 27511 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 27511 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27511?
27511 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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