Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Durant Road Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 43% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Durant Road Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Durant Road Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
653 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Durant Road Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Durant Road Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1084 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
32%
25%
White
33%
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
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 #1084 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Durant Road Elementary School?
653 students attend Durant Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Durant Road Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% 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 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Durant Road Elementary School offer ?
Durant Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Durant Road Elementary School part of?
Durant Road Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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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