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Best Public Schools in Fuquay Varina, NC


At a glance
12
Schools
11,316
Students
3
Districts
1
5-star school
Top rankedBallentine Elementary148th of 1,490 North Carolina elementary schools
Biggest riser
Northwest Harnett Elementary up 169 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Ballentine Elementary 14 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
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Summary:

The city of Fuquay Varina, North Carolina is home to 13 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. These schools are part of the Wake County Schools district, except for 3 schools that belong to the Harnett County Schools district.

Among the standout schools in the area, Ballentine Elementary ranks 148th out of 1,490 North Carolina elementary schools and is rated 5 out of 5 stars, with very high proficiency rates in mathematics, reading, and science. Herbert Akins Road Middle ranks 177th out of 773 North Carolina middle schools and is rated 4 out of 5 stars, with strong performance across multiple subjects. Fuquay-Varina High ranks 205th out of 640 North Carolina high schools and is rated 3 out of 5 stars, with higher proficiency rates in English II and Math III compared to the state and district.

The data also reveals that the high schools in the area have 4-year graduation rates around 87.7%, on par with the state average. Elementary and middle schools generally perform above the state average in mathematics and reading, while high school performance is more mixed. The schools with lower free and reduced lunch rates and higher spending per student tend to have stronger academic performance, highlighting the impact of socioeconomic factors and resource allocation on student outcomes.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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