What types of schools are available in Cary, North Carolina?

Cary, North Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Cary, North Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Cary, North Carolina?

There are 33 schools in Cary, North Carolina, serving 29,745 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Cary?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Cary, North Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 33 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

29,745

Total Students

Across Cary

16.5:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

33 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)7 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,044 students at Cary High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 12:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Northwoods Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

8850 Chapel Hill Road, Cary, NC 27513

400 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC 27511

200 E. Johnson Street, Cary, NC 27513

638 Walnut St, Cary, NC 27511

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

930 Reedy Creek Road, Cary, NC 27513

Farmington Woods Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1413 Hampton Valley Rd, Cary, NC 27511

Davis Drive Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

2151 Davis Drive, Cary, NC 27519

Briarcliff Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1220 Pond St, Cary, NC 27511

Weatherstone Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

1000 Olde Weatherstone Way, Cary, NC 27513

Cardinal Charter Academy

charter schoolmiddleK-8

1020 St. Charles Place, Cary, NC 27513

Triangle Math And Science Academy

charter schoolhighK-12

312 Gregson Dr., Cary, NC 27511

Alston Ridge Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

11555 Green Level Church Rd., Cary, NC 27519

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

7833 Fussell Avenue, Cary, NC 27519

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Cary

Cary, North Carolina is home to 33 schools serving over 29,745 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Cary, North Carolina?

There are 33 schools in Cary, serving 29,745 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Cary?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Cary include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Cary?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Cary is 16.5:1.

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