Serving 595 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Conn 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 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 595 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Conn Elementary serves the eastern part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conn Elementary School's student population of 595 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
595 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Little Thinkers, Big Ideas
School Rankings
Conn 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 Conn Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#656 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
32%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conn Elementary School's ranking?
Conn Elementary School is ranked #656 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Conn Elementary School?
595 students attend Conn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Conn Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conn Elementary School?
Conn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Conn Elementary School offer ?
Conn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Conn Elementary School part of?
Conn Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Conn Elementary School located?
Conn Elementary School is located in the East Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 3 other public schools located in East Raleigh.
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