PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL

Panther Creek High is a public high school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Cary, NC with about 2,712 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 136 teachers, Panther Creek High has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Panther Creek High School, located in Cary, North Carolina, is a prominent public high school within the Wake County Public School System. Serving a diverse and academically driven community, the school is known for its rigorous curriculum, which includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors classes, and elective programs designed to prepare students for higher education and professional careers. The campus features modern facilities that support a well-rounded educational experience, balancing strong academic performance with a focus on student growth and preparation for the future.

Beyond academics, Panther Creek is highly regarded for its robust extracurricular culture. The school hosts a variety of athletic teams, competitive clubs, arts programs, and service organizations that foster school spirit and student engagement. Known by their mascot, the "Catamounts," the student body is active in community involvement and school traditions. By maintaining a balance between high scholastic expectations and a supportive, inclusive environment, Panther Creek High School consistently ranks as one of the top schools in the region.

For more information, contact Panther Creek High at (919) 463-8656 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

6770 McCrimmon Parkway
Cary, NC 27519
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PANTHER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Cary, NC with about 2,712 enrolled students. See other public high schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
2,712
Teachers:
136.25
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,712 students

White
48.7%
Asian
30.8%
Black or African American
10.1%
Hispanic/Latino
6.1%
Two or more races
4.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
50.1%
Male
49.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.