Best Public Schools in Kenly, NC (2025-26)

Best Kenly Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,234 students in Kenly, NC.

The top ranked public schools in Kenly, NC are Glendale-kenly Elementary School and North Johnston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Kenly, NC public schools have an score of 60% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in Kenly have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.

Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Kenly, NC (2025-26)

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(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Glendale-kenly Elementary School

(Math: 61% | Reading: 50%)
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2001 Bay Valley Rd
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2821

Gr: PK-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Rank: #22.

North Johnston High School

(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
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5915 Us Hwy 301 N
Kenly, NC 27542
(919) 284-2031

Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Kenly, NC?

The top ranked public schools in Kenly, NC include Glendale-kenly Elementary School and North Johnston High School.

How many public schools are located in Kenly?

2 public schools are located in Kenly.

What is the racial composition of students in Kenly?

Kenly public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).