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Best 27518 North Carolina Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 509 students in 27518, NC.

The top-ranked public elementary school in 27518, NC is Penny Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public elementary school in zipcode 27518 have an score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27518, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public elementary schools.

Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 27518, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Penny Road Elementary School

(Math: 62% | Reading: 64%)
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Top 30%

10900 Penny Rd
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 387-2136

Gr: K-5 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27518, NC?

The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27518, NC include Penny Road Elementary School.

How many public elementary schools are located in 27518?

1 public elementary schools are located in 27518.

What is the racial composition of students in 27518?

27518 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).