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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Raleigh at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Districts
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Wake County School District
159,778 students | CARY, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 196 schools -
Alamance-Burlington School District
22,489 students | BURLINGTON, NC
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 40 schools -
Nc Health And Human Services School District
0 students | RALEIGH, NC
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 12 schools -
Deaf And Blind School District
146 students | RALEIGH, NC
Grades PK, K-12 | 3 schools -
Nc Virtual Public School District
0 students | RALEIGH, NC
Grades 7-12 | 1 school
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Reviews From Schools in Raleigh
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Parent / Guardian
November 04, 2025
As a parent whose child is currently enrolled, I can confidently say that Doral Academy is a gem! The teachers are not only nurturing and patient, but also incredibly intentional in how they guide... More
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Doral Academy of North Carolina
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
November 01, 2025
this school is the definition of childhood :3 i went there before i made my mark there. i love this school. i would do anything to be there again X3
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Yates Mill Elementary
Parent / Guardian
October 31, 2025
We have been at Partnership since 2021 and we absolutely love this school! It’s small, personal, and truly embodies its “Interactive Community” magnet theme in every way. My kids are happy,... More
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Partnership Elementary
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