Wake County Schools
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Wake County Public School System
As one of the top-performing public school systems in North Carolina, the Wake County Public School System offers an unparalleled education to students residing in Wake County.
There are a number of different schools in this district, many of which operate on both traditional and year-round calendars. Traditional schools follow the 3-month summer break and 9 months of classes with short breaks inbetween semesters. A year-round school offers classes on four "tracks" that rotate between 9-week periods of classes with 3-week breaks throughout the year.
In addition to traditional public school, Wake County offers a number of charter and specialized schools, including schools that specialize in STEM and the arts.
Wake County Schools at a Glance
Elementary Schools: 113
Middle Schools: 36
High Schools: 29
Alternative Schools: 5
Special Features: Magnet school programs, career academies, preschools, and STEM schools.
Students Served: 160,429
Number of Teachers: 10,359
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Private Schools in Wake County
In addition to its excellent public school system, there are a number of noteworthy private school opportunities in Wake County. Visit the NC DOA's Website for Non-Public Education to learn more.
There are over 70 private schools throughout Wake County.
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