Very Good
#732 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 28% in state
Apex Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
700 Tingen Road, Apex, NC 27502
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#732 of 2,648
In Apex
#12 of 21
public schools
In district
#88 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Apex Elementary
Apex Elementary is a public elementary school in Apex, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Apex Elementary serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Apex Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #732 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Apex Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Apex Elementary — Students at Apex Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.6/10.
How Apex Elementary Compares
See how Apex Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 Tingen Road, Apex, NC 27502
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Apex Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Scotts Ridge Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Olive Chapel Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baucom Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apex, see our Apex schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI CREATIVE LEARNING SCHOOL Apex | 0.5 mi | — |
| Apex Middle Apex | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Baucom Elementary Apex | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Apex | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| THALES ACADEMY APEX K-5 Apex | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Scotts Ridge Elementary Apex | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Lufkin Road Middle Apex | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Peak Charter Academy Apex | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Apex High Apex | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Salem Elementary Apex | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Salem Middle Apex | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Olive Chapel Elementary Apex | 2.3 mi | 9.1 |
| ST ANDREWS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Apex | 2.4 mi | — |
| PEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Apex | 2.9 mi | — |
| Pine Springs Preparatory Academy Holly Springs | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Laurel Park Elementary Apex | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Triangle Math and Science Academy Cary | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| GROVE SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 3.5 mi | — |
| Turner Creek Elementary Cary | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Apex Friendship Middle Apex | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$137,088
Median Home Value
$491,900
Median Rent
$1,786/mo
Population
47,436
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
37.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Apex Elementary
What grades does Apex Elementary serve?
Apex Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Apex Elementary?
Apex Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Apex Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Apex Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Apex Elementary rank in NC?
Apex Elementary ranks #732 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Apex Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Apex Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Apex Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Apex Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Apex Elementary a charter school?
No, Apex Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Apex Elementary a Title I school?
No, Apex Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Apex Elementary?
30.2% of students at Apex Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 629
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.9%
- Phone
- (919) 387-2150
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #88 of 194
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