For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 3,970 students in 27614, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 27614, NC is Wakefield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 27614 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 27614, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 27614 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wakefield High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high school average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27614, NC Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wakefield High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2200 Wakefield Pines Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 562-3600
Raleigh, NC 27614
(919) 562-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 2,105 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership Academy - Johnston
Charter School
3770 Us-70 Bus
Raleigh, NC 27614
(984) 302-3630
Raleigh, NC 27614
(984) 302-3630
Gr: K-11 | 1,865 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 27614, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 27614, NC include Wakefield High School.
How many public high schools are located in 27614?
2 public high schools are located in 27614.
What is the racial composition of students in 27614?
27614 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public high schools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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