Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Douglas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Douglas Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#660 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
15%
25%
White
55%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Elementary School is ranked #660 out of 2,617 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Douglas Elementary School?
562 students attend Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Douglas Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Douglas Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Douglas Elementary School part of?
Douglas Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Elementary School located?
Douglas Elementary School is located in the North Hills neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 7 other public schools located in North Hills.
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