Apex Friendship Elementary

Apex Friendship Elementary serves 876 students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Apex, North Carolina, earning recognition as one of the state's top-performing elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranking 82nd out of 2,661 schools statewide, the school demonstrates exceptional academic achievement that places it in the 97th percentile across North Carolina. The school's academic performance is particularly impressive, with 91% of students achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 84% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading.

These strong results reflect the dedicated work of 60 full-time equivalent teachers who maintain a favorable student-teacher ratio of 14.6 to 1, allowing for more individualized attention and support. Located on Humie Olive Road, Apex Friendship Elementary draws from an affluent and highly educated community where 65% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding 27502 ZIP code area features a median household income of $130,683 and a low poverty rate of just 3.3%, creating a supportive environment for student learning and family engagement.

The school sits in a rural setting near the town of Apex, offering students a peaceful learning environment while maintaining access to the resources and opportunities of the greater Wake County area.

Located in a rural area, Apex Friendship Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.