For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 5,197 students in 27502, NC.
The top-ranked public high schools in 27502, NC are Apex Friendship High School and Apex High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27502 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27502, NC have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27502 have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Apex Friendship High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27502, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Apex Friendship High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7801 Humie Olive Rd
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 694-0500
Gr: 9-12 | 2,748 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Apex High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 Laura Duncan Road
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 387-2208
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 387-2208
Gr: 9-12 | 2,449 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27502, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27502, NC include Apex Friendship High School and Apex High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27502?
2 public high schools are located in 27502.
What is the racial composition of students in 27502?
27502 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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