Panther Creek High School is a public high school located at 6770 McCrimmon Parkway in Cary, North Carolina, United States. As part of the Wake County Public School System, the school operates on a 4x4 block schedule like other public high schools in the region.
Serving 2,561 students in grades 9-12, Panther Creek High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Panther Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Panther Creek High School's student population of 2,561 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Black, Silver, Columbia blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Panther Creek High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Panther Creek High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#102 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)83%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
46%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
27%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)98%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Catamount
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Panther Creek High School's ranking?
Panther Creek High School is ranked #102 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Panther Creek High School often compared to?
Panther Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Hope High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Panther Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Panther Creek High School is 98%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Panther Creek High School?
2,561 students attend Panther Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Panther Creek High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Panther Creek High School?
Panther Creek High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Panther Creek High School offer ?
Panther Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Panther Creek High School part of?
Panther Creek High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Panther Creek High School located?
Panther Creek High School is located in the Panther Creek neighborhood of Cary, NC.
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