For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,057 students in 27523, NC.
The top-ranked public middle school in 27523, NC is Salem Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 27523 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the North Carolina public middle school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 50% statewide average). Middle schools in 27523, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27523, NC Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Salem Middle School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6150 Old Jenks Road
Apex, NC 27523
(919) 363-1870
Apex, NC 27523
(919) 363-1870
Gr: 6-8 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 27523, NC?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 27523, NC include Salem Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 27523?
1 public middle schools are located in 27523.
What is the racial composition of students in 27523?
27523 public middle schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public middle schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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