- Olive Chapel Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 1,066 students
- Herbert Akins Rd Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 988 students
- Alston Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 917 students
- Buckhorn Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 905 students
- Apex Friendship Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 896 students
- Holly Grove Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 889 students
- Oakview Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 873 students
- Scotts Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 869 students
- White Oak Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 843 students
- Harris Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 827 students
- Willow Springs Elementary — Grades K–5 · 826 students
- Abbotts Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 805 students
- Davis Drive Elementary — Grades K–5 · 794 students
- Cedar Fork Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 778 students
- Sycamore Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 778 students
- Salem Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 776 students
- South Lakes Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 774 students
- Fuquay-Varina Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 772 students
- Rogers Lane Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 763 students
- Holly Springs Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 751 students
- Ballentine Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 742 students
- Hortons Creek Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 739 students
- Holly Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 735 students
- Weatherstone Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 730 students
- North Ridge Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 730 students
- + 95 more elementary schools
- Mills Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,632 students
- Alston Ridge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,494 students
- Apex Friendship Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,412 students
- Herbert Akins Road Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,253 students
- West Millbrook Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,164 students
- East Garner Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,109 students
- Salem Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,057 students
- Oberlin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,049 students
- Lufkin Road Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,035 students
- Martin Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,011 students
- Fuquay-Varina Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,004 students
- River Bend Middle — Grades 6–8 · 995 students
- Davis Drive Middle — Grades 6–8 · 992 students
- Holly Grove Middle — Grades 6–8 · 979 students
- Dillard Drive Middle — Grades 6–8 · 977 students
- Ligon Middle — Grades 6–8 · 959 students
- Holly Ridge Middle — Grades 6–8 · 955 students
- Heritage Middle — Grades 6–8 · 947 students
- Carnage Middle — Grades 6–8 · 924 students
- Carroll Middle — Grades 6–8 · 898 students
- Rolesville Middle — Grades 6–8 · 889 students
- Wake Forest Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 878 students
- Neuse River Middle — Grades 6–8 · 877 students
- Apex Middle — Grades 6–8 · 867 students
- North Garner Middle — Grades 6–8 · 831 students
- + 15 more middle schools
- Apex Friendship High — Grades 9–12 · 2,748 students
- Enloe High — Grades 9–12 · 2,643 students
- Panther Creek High — Grades 9–12 · 2,609 students
- Millbrook High — Grades 9–12 · 2,498 students
- Apex High — Grades 9–12 · 2,449 students
- Leesville Road High — Grades 9–12 · 2,411 students
- Rolesville High — Grades 9–12 · 2,321 students
- Green Hope High — Grades 9–12 · 2,304 students
- Green Level High — Grades 9–12 · 2,283 students
- Willow Spring High — Grades 9–12 · 2,223 students
- Athens Drive High — Grades 9–12 · 2,156 students
- Needham Broughton High — Grades 9–12 · 2,153 students
- Wakefield High — Grades 9–12 · 2,065 students
- Cary High — Grades 9–12 · 2,044 students
- Wake Forest High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,043 students
- Holly Springs High — Grades 9–12 · 2,018 students
- Fuquay-Varina High — Grades 9–12 · 1,858 students
- South Garner High — Grades 9–12 · 1,835 students
- Heritage High — Grades 9–12 · 1,778 students
- East Wake High — Grades 9–12 · 1,777 students
- Knightdale High — Grades 9–12 · 1,695 students
- Garner High — Grades 9–12 · 1,670 students
- Sanderson High — Grades 9–12 · 1,648 students
- Middle Creek High — Grades 9–12 · 1,587 students
- Southeast Raleigh High — Grades 9–12 · 1,438 students
- + 8 more high schools
- Hilburn Drive Academy — Grades PK–8 · 596 students
- Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy — Grades 6 · 337 students
- Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy — Grades 6 · 262 students
- Mount Vernon — Grades K–8 · 70 students
- Longview — Grades 6–12 · 18 students
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| Metric | Wake County Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 187 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,300/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Near average |
About Wake County Schools
Wake County Schools serves zip code 27571, covering Wake, North Carolina with grades Pre-K – 13. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Wake County Schools runs approximately $10,300 annually, placing it near the North Carolina state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Wake County Schools is a small, community-focused district with 1 schools serving students from Pre-K – 13. Small districts often benefit from tighter community cohesion, more personalized teacher-student relationships, and stronger parental involvement. The trade-off is narrower program variety: fewer elective courses, specialized tracks, or extracurricular options than larger systems offer.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Wake County Schools 10 out of 10 — top-tier among North Carolina public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because North Carolina is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Wake County Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in North Carolina on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 27571 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 27571
Children in zip code 27571 are assigned to Wake County Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 13. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 27571, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Wake County Schools at (919)431-7400 or visit www.wcpss.net/. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — North Carolina districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Wake
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Wake County Schools serves zip code 27571, homes in and around zip code 27571 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In North Carolina, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Wake County Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 27571.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Wake County Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 27571 data.