Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lynn 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 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lynn Road Elementary serves the northern part of Raleigh, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lynn Road Elementary School's student population of 486 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lynn 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 Lynn Road Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1531 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)46%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Lynn Road Elementary School's ranking?
Lynn Road Elementary School is ranked #1531 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Lynn Road Elementary School often compared to?
Lynn Road Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jeffreys Grove Elementary School, Stough Elementary School, Middle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Lynn Road Elementary School?
486 students attend Lynn Road Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Lynn Road Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lynn Road Elementary School?
Lynn Road Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lynn Road Elementary School offer ?
Lynn Road Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynn Road Elementary School part of?
Lynn Road Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Lynn Road Elementary School located?
Lynn 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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