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The complete guide to Holly Springs schools

Holly Springs schools are solid and getting better as the town grows. This guide covers every school serving Holly Springs, neighborhood assignments, and the new elementary school opening in 2027.

District Overview All Schools Neighborhood Assignments FAQ

District overview: Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS)

Wake County Public Schools (WCPSS)
8/10

Holly Springs WCPSS schools are strong and improving rapidly as the town's population growth brings new resources and families. The town is on a clear upward trajectory with new school construction underway.

Fastest growing WCPSS areaNew school opening 2027Strong community supportImproving AP enrollment

⚠️ Important for homebuyers

A new elementary school is opening in Holly Springs in Fall 2027, which will trigger boundary reassignments for several neighborhoods. Verify your school assignment — especially if buying near Ballentine Road — before purchasing.

All Holly Springs schools

High SchoolGrades 9-12
8/10

Holly Springs High School

Modern facilities serving Holly Springs' rapid growth. Growing AP enrollment, strong athletics, and a tight-knit community feel. Benefits from the town's highly engaged parent base and improving academic trajectory.

Grades: 9–12 Enrollment: ~2,400 Address: 5329 Cass Holt Rd, Holly Springs
Modern FacilityGrowing APStrong AthleticsCommunity Focus
High SchoolGrades 9-12
8/10

Apex Friendship High School

Also serves parts of western Holly Springs. Modern school with STEM focus and growing reputation. Check your specific address to determine which high school you're assigned to.

Grades: 9–12 Enrollment: ~1,800 Address: Apex/Holly Springs border
STEMWestern Holly SpringsCheck Address
Middle SchoolGrades 6-8
8/10

Holly Grove Middle School

Well-regarded middle school with strong academics and extracurricular programs. Consistent high marks for teacher quality and student performance. Centrally located in Holly Springs.

Grades: 6–8 Enrollment: ~1,000 Address: Holly Springs, NC
High Teacher QualityCentral LocationStrong Academics
Middle SchoolGrades 6-8
7/10

Fuquay-Varina Middle School

Serves some Holly Springs addresses on the southern edge. Verify your specific assignment — boundary lines in this area are particularly complex.

Grades: 6–8 Enrollment: ~900 Address: Southern Holly Springs border
Verify AssignmentSouthern Holly Springs
Elementary SchoolGrades K-5
8/10

Holly Ridge Elementary

Highly regarded elementary in Holly Springs with strong parent involvement and academic performance. One of the town's most sought-after elementary assignments.

Grades: K–5 Enrollment: ~600 Address: Holly Springs, NC
Top RatedStrong Community
🏗️ Coming SoonOpening Fall 2027
New

New Holly Springs Elementary (Ballentine Rd)

WCPSS has confirmed a new elementary school site off Ballentine Road set to open Fall 2027. Will trigger boundary reassignments for several Holly Springs neighborhoods. Exact zone lines TBD.

Grades: K–5 Enrollment: TBD
Opening 2027Ballentine RdWatch List

School assignments by neighborhood

These are general guidelines. Always verify your specific assignment at wcpss.net using your exact address before purchasing.

12 Oaks

High SchoolHolly Springs HS
Middle SchoolHolly Grove MS
ElementaryHolly Ridge Elem

Braxton Village

High SchoolHolly Springs HS
Middle SchoolHolly Grove MS
ElementaryVarious

Avent Ferry Corridor

High SchoolHolly Springs HS
Middle SchoolHolly Grove MS
ElementaryVerify 2027

Windmill Hill

High SchoolHolly Springs HS
Middle SchoolHolly Grove MS
ElementaryVarious

Downtown Holly Springs

High SchoolHolly Springs HS
Middle SchoolHolly Grove MS
ElementaryVarious

West Holly Springs

High SchoolApex Friendship HS
Middle SchoolVerify
ElementaryVerify 2027

Frequently asked questions about Holly Springs schools

Are Holly Springs schools good? +
Yes — Holly Springs schools are solid and improving. Holly Springs HS is rated 8/10 and benefits from the town's rapid growth, engaged parent community, and new resources. The trajectory is strongly upward as the tax base grows with Chatham Park and new developments.
Is there a new school opening in Holly Springs? +
Yes — WCPSS has confirmed a new elementary school off Ballentine Road opening Fall 2027. This will trigger boundary reassignments for nearby neighborhoods. If you're buying near Ballentine Road, verify both current and planned school assignments.
How do Holly Springs schools compare to Apex and Cary? +
Apex and Cary schools are rated slightly higher on average (9/10 vs 8/10), but Holly Springs schools are strong and closing the gap. For families prioritizing value — Holly Springs offers similar school quality to Apex at $50-100k lower home prices.
Which high school serves Holly Springs? +
Most of Holly Springs feeds into Holly Springs High School. Western areas near the Apex border may feed into Apex Friendship HS. Use wcpss.net with your specific address to confirm — don't rely on neighborhood generalizations.
Does Holly Springs have magnet school options? +
Yes — as WCPSS students, Holly Springs children can apply to magnet programs across the district. This includes STEM magnets, arts magnets, language immersion, and more. Application is competitive and separate from your assigned school.

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