For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,767 students in 27511, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 27511 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27511, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27511, NC Public Elementary 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 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: #55.
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: #66.
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 elementary schools in 27511, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27511, NC include Triangle Math And Science Academy, Briarcliff Elementary School and Farmington Woods Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27511?
6 public elementary schools are located in 27511.
What is the racial composition of students in 27511?
27511 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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