Best Schools in Morrisville, North Carolina
8 schools · 6 Elementary · 2 High
Choosing a school in Morrisville?
Use this page to compare every school in Morrisville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pleasant Grove Elementary
Elementary · Wake County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Wake Ec of Information & Biotechnologies
High · Wake County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Parkside Elementary
Elementary · Wake County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Morrisville for 2026 are Pleasant Grove Elementary (7.9/10), Wake Ec of Information & Biotechnologies (6.6/10), and Parkside Elementary (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$466,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
6 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$466,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Morrisville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Morrisville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pleasant Grove Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Wake Ec of Information & Biotechnologies | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Parkside Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Morrisville Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Cedar Fork Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Sterling Montessori Academy | 4.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $117,340
- Median home value
- $466,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 73%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 44%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Morrisville compares
North Carolina rank
#138 of 255
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below North Carolina avg (6.3)
Median household income
$117k
173% of North Carolina median
Schools in this city
7
Wake County Schools runs 83% of Morrisville's public schools
Morrisville touches 2 districts, but Wake County Schools is the one most addresses actually attend.
Wake County Schools accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.9 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Morrisville, not a citywide average.
- Wake County Schools5 public · 83%
- Sterling Montessori Academy1 public · 17%
About Schools in Morrisville, North Carolina
Morrisville, North Carolina is home to 8 schools, including 6 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 6 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Morrisville show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Morrisville is Pleasant Grove Elementary with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Morrisville is served by 2 school districts: Sterling Montessori Academy, Wake County Schools. These districts collectively serve 162,115 students.
Morrisville's community shows 73% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $117,340. The poverty rate in the area is 5.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
6 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 523 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 865 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 | ||
| 3 | 665 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
| 4 | 798 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 | ||
| 5 | 634 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 204 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Accelerator School LlcPrivate 52 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Morrisville
Morrisville, North Carolina · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$117,340
Median Home Value
$466,900
Median Rent
$1,760/mo
Population
39,442
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Community Profile
Morrisville has a median household income of $117,340. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,900, with a median rent of $1,760/month. The local poverty rate of 5.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 6
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Morrisville, North Carolina
How many schools are in Morrisville, North Carolina?
Morrisville has 8 schools, including 6 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Morrisville, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Morrisville is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Morrisville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Morrisville on MySchoolScout is Pleasant Grove Elementary with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Morrisville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Morrisville on MySchoolScout is Pleasant Grove Elementary with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Morrisville, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Morrisville on MySchoolScout is Wake Ec of Information & Biotechnologies with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Morrisville, North Carolina?
Morrisville is served by 2 school districts: Sterling Montessori Academy, Wake County Schools.
What is the education level in Morrisville, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 73% of adults in Morrisville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Morrisville, North Carolina?
The median household income in Morrisville is approximately $117,340 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Morrisville, North Carolina?
Yes, Morrisville has 2 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is Accelerator School Llc with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Morrisville, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Morrisville is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Morrisville, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.