For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,185 students in 27539, NC.
The top ranked public preschools in 27539, NC are Oakview Elementary School, West Lake Elementary School and Middle Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 27539 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the North Carolina public pre school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 46% statewide average). Pre schools in 27539, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27539, NC Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11500 Holly Springs New Hill R
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8885
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8885
Grades: PK-5
| 975 students
Rank: #22.
West Lake Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4500 West Lake Rd
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 662-2300
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 662-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Rank: #33.
Middle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Middle Creek Park Avenue
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 773-9555
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 773-9555
Grades: PK-5
| 638 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 27539, NC?
The top ranked public preschools in 27539, NC include Oakview Elementary School, West Lake Elementary School and Middle Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 27539?
3 public preschools are located in 27539.
What is the racial composition of students in 27539?
27539 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 59% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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