Serving 625 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Combs Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Combs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Combs Elementary School's student population of 625 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Combs Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Combs Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#584 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
24%
25%
White
48%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combs Elementary School's ranking?
Combs Elementary School is ranked #584 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Combs Elementary School?
625 students attend Combs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Combs Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Combs Elementary School?
Combs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Combs Elementary School offer ?
Combs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Combs Elementary School part of?
Combs Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/18/2014
This school is filled with loving adults and happy kids!!! Learning is relevant, focused, and fun! No wonder Combs has been named the #1 magnet school in the country TWICE! My children are so blessed to go to this school!
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