These are some of the top-rated public schools in Wake County School District based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Wake County School District at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
ENVIRONMENT
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
ENVIRONMENT
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
ENVIRONMENT
District Calendar
ENVIRONMENT
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
ENVIRONMENT
Reviews From Schools in Wake County School District
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Current student
April 19, 2024
The PE teacher is very mean and makes us sit in class and not play in the gym because of 3 students misbehavior and they should get detention and everyone else should get to play. The track teacher... More
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Alston Ridge Middle
Parent / Guardian
April 15, 2024
My daughter loves this school. We are from Colombia and we feel welcome excellent teachers. Great academic environment.
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Athens Drive High
Parent / Guardian
April 13, 2024
It’s a good school just the teachers don’t listen to the parents or the students. Also they don’t punish bullying at all. It’s messed up that they say bullying isn’t allowed but they let children to... More
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Willow Springs Elementary
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