Very Good
#772 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 29% in state
Middle Creek High
High School · Wake County Schools
123 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC 27539
Enrollment
1,627
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,627
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#772 of 2,648
In Apex
#15 of 21
public schools
In district
#94 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Middle Creek High
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About Middle Creek High
Middle Creek High is a public high school in Apex, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Middle Creek High serves approximately 1,627 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Middle Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Middle Creek High show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Middle Creek High — Students at Middle Creek High score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Middle Creek High Compares
See how Middle Creek High 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
123 Middle Creek Park Avenue, Apex, NC 27539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Middle Creek High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Holly Springs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Holly Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holly Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Holly Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI CENTER (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Holly Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Apex, see our Apex schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Creek Elementary Apex | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| West Lake Elementary Apex | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| West Lake Middle Apex | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW SCHOOL MONTESSORI CENTER Holly Springs | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Raleigh | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 3.7 mi | 8.4 |
| HILLTOP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fuquay-Varina | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Holly Ridge Middle Holly Springs | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Holly Ridge Elementary Holly Springs | 3.3 mi | 8.9 |
| KING'S TOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 3.3 mi | — |
| Penny Road Elementary Cary | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Banks Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Herbert Akins Road Middle Fuquay-Varina | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Fuquay-Varina Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
| RESURRECTION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cary | 4.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Holly Springs Elementary Holly Springs | 3.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Yates Mill Elementary Raleigh | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Pine Springs Preparatory Academy Holly Springs | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Fuquay-Varina High Fuquay-Varina | 5.2 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$140,121
Median Home Value
$494,400
Median Rent
$1,781/mo
Population
25,944
College Educated
61.9%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
37.4
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| John T Hoggard High Wilmington, NC | 7.4 |
| Ronald W Reagan High School Pfafftown, NC | 7.4 |
| Croatan High Newport, NC | 7.5 |
| D H Conley High Greenville, NC | 7.5 |
| Northern Guilford High Greensboro, NC | 7.5 |
| East Lincoln High Denver, NC | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Middle Creek High
What grades does Middle Creek High serve?
Middle Creek High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Middle Creek High?
Middle Creek High has an enrollment of approximately 1,627 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Middle Creek High?
The student-teacher ratio at Middle Creek High is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Middle Creek High rank in NC?
Middle Creek High ranks #772 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Middle Creek High's MySchoolScout rating?
Middle Creek High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Middle Creek High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Middle Creek High has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Middle Creek High a charter school?
No, Middle Creek High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Middle Creek High a Title I school?
No, Middle Creek High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Middle Creek High?
29.4% of students at Middle Creek High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,627
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.7%
- Phone
- (919) 773-3838
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #94 of 194
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