For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 6,026 students in 27615, NC (there are 7 private schools, serving 2,064 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 27615, NC are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 27615, NC are Quest Academy, Magellan Charter and Millbrook High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 27615 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27615, NC have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27615, NC Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quest Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10908 Strickland Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 841-0441
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 841-0441
Gr: K-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Magellan Charter
Charter School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9324 Baileywick Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-0277
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 844-0277
Gr: 3-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Millbrook High School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2201 Spring Forest Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 850-8787
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 850-8787
Gr: 9-12 | 2,498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
North Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7120 Harps Mill Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 870-4100
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 870-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 730 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
West Millbrook Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8115 Strickland Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 870-4050
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 870-4050
Gr: 6-8 | 1,164 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Baileywick Road Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9425 Baileywick Road
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 518-0090
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 518-0090
Gr: PK-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Lead Mine Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8301 Old Leadmine Rd
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 870-4120
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 870-4120
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #88.
Raleigh Oak Charter
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Sumer Drive
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 424-7626
Raleigh, NC 27615
(919) 424-7626
Gr: K-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 27615, NC?
The top-ranked public schools in 27615, NC include Quest Academy, Magellan Charter and Millbrook High School.
How many public schools are located in 27615?
8 public schools are located in 27615.
What percentage of students in 27615 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 27615 are educated in public schools (compared to the NC state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 27615?
27615 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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