Serving 2,622 students in grades 9-12, Leesville Road High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leesville Road High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Leesville Road High School's student population of 2,622 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 134 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
134 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leesville Road High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leesville Road High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
21%
25%
White
58%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leesville Road High School's ranking?
Leesville Road High School is ranked #294 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leesville Road High School?
The graduation rate of Leesville Road High School is 92%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Leesville Road High School?
2,622 students attend Leesville Road High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Leesville Road High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leesville Road High School?
Leesville Road High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Leesville Road High School offer ?
Leesville Road High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Leesville Road High School part of?
Leesville Road High School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Leesville Road High School located?
Leesville Road High School is located in the Northwest Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest Raleigh.
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