Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Durant Road Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Durant Road Elementary serves the northeast part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Durant Road Elementary School's student population of 577 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Durant Road Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durant Road Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1432 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Durant Road Elementary School's ranking?
Durant Road Elementary School is ranked #1432 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Durant Road Elementary School often compared to?
Durant Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abbotts Creek Elementary School, Wildwood Forest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Durant Road Elementary School?
577 students attend Durant Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Durant Road Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Durant Road Elementary School?
Durant Road Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Durant Road Elementary School offer ?
Durant Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Durant Road Elementary School part of?
Durant Road Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Durant Road Elementary School located?
Durant Road Elementary School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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