For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,805 students in 27539, NC.
The top-ranked public schools in 27539, NC are Oakview Elementary School, West Lake Elementary School and Lufkin Road Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27539 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27539, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27539, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11500 Holly Springs New Hill R
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8885
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8885
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
West Lake Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4500 West Lake Rd
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 662-2300
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 662-2300
Gr: PK-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Lufkin Road Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1002 Lufkin Road
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 387-4465
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 387-4465
Gr: 6-8 | 1,035 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Middle Creek High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
123 Middle Creek Park Avenue
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 773-3838
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 773-3838
Gr: 9-12 | 1,587 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Middle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Middle Creek Park Avenue
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 773-9555
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 773-9555
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
West Lake Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4600 West Lake Rd
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 662-2900
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 662-2900
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: n/an/a
7451 Woods Creek Rd
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8422
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8422
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27539, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27539, NC include Oakview Elementary School, West Lake Elementary School and Lufkin Road Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 27539?
8 public schools are located in 27539.
What is the racial composition of students in 27539?
27539 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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