For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,496 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public preschool average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27539, NC Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
7451 Woods Creek Rd
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8422
Apex, NC 27539
(919) 694-8422
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
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?
4 public preschools are located in 27539.
What is the racial composition of students in 27539?
27539 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the North Carolina public preschools average of 60% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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