CARY SCHOOL RATINGS AND DETAILS

Cary's top-rated schools

Explore elementary, middle, and high schools in the Cary area — from ratings and enrollment to student-teacher ratios.

The Goddard School - Cary

A preschool and childcare facility in Cary offering educational programs for infants and young learners.

Address:

1177 NW Maynard Road, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://www.goddardschool.com/schools/nc/cary/cary

Overall Rating:
A+
Public/Private:
Private
School Level:
Preschool
Enrollment:
140
S:T Ratio:
4:1
District:
The Goddard School

Primrose School of Cary

A preschool and pre-K program in Cary providing developmentally appropriate education for infants through pre-K students.

Address:

1500 Evans Road, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://www.primroseschools.com/schools/cary

Overall Rating:
A+
Public/Private:
Private
School Level:
Preschool
Enrollment:
150
S:T Ratio:
4:1
District:
Primrose Schools

Cary Christian School

A Christian school in Cary serving K-12 with emphasis on academics, character, and faith development.

Address:

1310 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27511

Website:

https://www.carycs.org/

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Private
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
750
S:T Ratio:
11:1
District:
Independent School

Oakview Elementary School

An elementary school in East Cary dedicated to providing quality education and student support.

Address:

11500 Holly Springs New Hill Road, Apex, NC 27539

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/oakviewes

Overall Rating:
B+
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
520
S:T Ratio:
20:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic School

A Catholic pre-K through 8th grade school in Cary offering faith-based education and rigorous academics.

Address:

810 High House Road, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://smacs.net/

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Private
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
480
S:T Ratio:
12:1
District:
Raleigh Catholic Diocesan Schools

Cary Academy

A top-rated independent school in Cary serving grades 6-12 with rigorous academics, arts, and athletics programs.

Address:

1500 N. Harrison Ave, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://www.caryacademy.org/

Overall Rating:
A+
Public/Private:
Private
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
650
S:T Ratio:
8:1
District:
Independent School

West Lake Elementary School

An elementary school in North Cary offering strong academics and enrichment opportunities.

Address:

4500 West Lake Road, Apex, NC 27539

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/westlakees

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
680
S:T Ratio:
17:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Triangle Math and Science Academy

A public charter school in Cary focusing on STEM education with a rigorous college-prep curriculum.

Address:

312 Gregson Drive, Cary, NC 27511

Website:

https://www.tmsa.org/

Overall Rating:
A+
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
550
S:T Ratio:
13:1
District:
Wake County Charter Schools

Kingswood Elementary School

An elementary school in Cary with a focus on academic excellence and student development.

Address:

200 E. Johnson Street, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/kingswoodes

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
595
S:T Ratio:
18:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Weatherstone Elementary School

An elementary school in South Cary providing quality education and student support.

Address:

1000 Olde Weatherstone Way, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/weatherstonees

Overall Rating:
B+
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
550
S:T Ratio:
19:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Turner Creek Elementary School

An elementary school in East Cary with strong academics and community partnerships.

Address:

7001 Turner Creek Road, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://turnercreekes.wcpss.net/

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
610
S:T Ratio:
19:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Northwoods Elementary School

An elementary school in North Cary with a strong academic focus and enrichment programs.

Address:

8850 Chapel Hill Rd, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/northwoodses

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
640
S:T Ratio:
18:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Carpenter Elementary School

An elementary school in South Cary dedicated to student achievement and development.

Address:

2100 Morrisville Parkway, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/carpenteres

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
560
S:T Ratio:
19:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Hortons Creek Elementary School

A elementary school in Cary offering strong academics and a supportive learning community.

Address:

7615 O'Kelly Chapel Road, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/hortonscreekes

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
580
S:T Ratio:
18:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Green Hope Elementary School

A well-regarded elementary school in West Cary known for strong academics and engaged community.

Address:

2700 Louis Stephens Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/greenhopees

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
675
S:T Ratio:
18:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Davis Drive Elementary School

A highly-rated elementary school in Central Cary with excellent academics and enrichment programs.

Address:

2151 Davis Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/davisdrivees

Overall Rating:
A+
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
700
S:T Ratio:
17:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Highcroft Elementary School

An elementary school in North Cary providing comprehensive curriculum and student support services.

Address:

5415 Highcroft Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/highcroftdrivees

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
620
S:T Ratio:
18:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Mills Park Elementary School

An elementary school in North Cary offering strong academics and a nurturing learning environment for young students.

Address:

509 Mills Park Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/millsparkes

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Elementary
Enrollment:
650
S:T Ratio:
18:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Salem Middle School

A middle school in South Cary with strong academics and a commitment to student success.

Address:

6150 Old Jenks Road, Apex, NC 27523

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/salemms

Overall Rating:
B+
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
850
S:T Ratio:
15:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

West Cary Middle School

A middle school serving West Cary with a focus on academic excellence and student development.

Address:

1000 Evans Road, Cary, NC 27513

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/westcaryms

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
925
S:T Ratio:
14:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Davis Drive Middle School

A modern middle school in Central Cary providing strong academics, STEM initiatives, and enrichment programs for students.

Address:

2101 Davis Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/davisdrivems

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
950
S:T Ratio:
14:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Alston Ridge Middle School

A middle school in South Cary providing comprehensive academic programs and student enrichment opportunities.

Address:

7833 Fussell Avenue, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/alstonridgems

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
875
S:T Ratio:
15:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Mills Park Middle School

A well-established middle school in North Cary offering comprehensive curriculum with strong academic and arts programs.

Address:

441 Mills Park Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/millsparkms

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
1050
S:T Ratio:
14:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Dillard Drive Middle School

A comprehensive middle school in West Cary with strong academics, extracurricular activities, and support services.

Address:

1204 Dillard Drive, Cary, NC 27518

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/dillarddrivems

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
Middle
Enrollment:
900
S:T Ratio:
15:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Green Level High School

A comprehensive high school in South Cary providing strong academics, career and technical education programs, and active student organizations.

Address:

7600 Roberts Road, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/greenlevelhs

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
High
Enrollment:
1750
S:T Ratio:
17:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Apex Friendship High School

A well-regarded high school serving Apex and surrounding areas, known for strong academics and community involvement.

Address:

1210 Kelly Road, Apex, NC 27502

Website:

https://apexfriendshiphs.wcpss.net/

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
High
Enrollment:
1900
S:T Ratio:
16:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Green Hope High School

A large public high school in West Cary offering comprehensive academic programs, Advanced Placement courses, and extensive extracurricular activities.

Address:

2500 Carpenter Upchurch Road, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/greenhopehs

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
High
Enrollment:
2100
S:T Ratio:
16:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Middle Creek High School

A newer high school serving parts of Cary and surrounding areas with modern facilities and comprehensive academic offerings.

Address:

123 Middle Creek Park Ave, Apex, NC 27539

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/middlecreekhs

Overall Rating:
A
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
High
Enrollment:
1950
S:T Ratio:
15:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Panther Creek High School

Award-winning public high school in North Cary known for strong academics, STEM programs, and competitive athletics.

Address:

6770 McCrimmon Parkway, Cary, NC 27519

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/panthercreekhs

Overall Rating:
A+
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
High
Enrollment:
2050
S:T Ratio:
15:1
District:
Wake County Public School System

Cary High School

One of the oldest high schools in Wake County, offering diverse academic and vocational programs with a focus on student achievement.

Address:

638 Walnut Street, Cary, NC 27511

Website:

https://nc01911451.schoolwires.net/caryhs

Overall Rating:
A-
Public/Private:
Public
School Level:
High
Enrollment:
1850
S:T Ratio:
16:1
District:
Wake County Public School System