Serving 902 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Herbert Akins Rd 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 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 902 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School's student population of 902 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herbert Akins Rd 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 Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#606 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
65%
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
12%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School's ranking?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School is ranked #606 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School often compared to?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ballentine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School?
902 students attend Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School offer ?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School part of?
Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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