For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,234 students in Kenly, NC.
The top ranked public schools in Kenly, NC are Glendale-kenly Elementary School and North Johnston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kenly, NC public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Kenly have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Kenly, NC (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glendale-kenly Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 Bay Valley Rd
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2821
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2821
Grades: PK-5
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
North Johnston High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5915 Us Hwy 301 N
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2031
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2031
Grades: 9-12
| 798 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kenly, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Kenly, NC include Glendale-kenly Elementary School and North Johnston High School.
How many public schools are located in Kenly?
2 public schools are located in Kenly.
What is the racial composition of students in Kenly?
Kenly public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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