For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,418 students in 27617, NC.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27617, NC are Pine Hollow Middle School and Brier Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 27617 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the North Carolina public elementary school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 27617, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27617, NC Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Hollow Middle School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5365 Bartram Place
Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 694-8880
Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 694-8880
Gr: 6-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Brier Creek Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9801 Brier Creek Parkway
Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 484-4747
Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 484-4747
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 27617, NC?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 27617, NC include Pine Hollow Middle School and Brier Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 27617?
2 public elementary schools are located in 27617.
What is the racial composition of students in 27617?
27617 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public elementary schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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