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Root Elementary

3202 Northampton Street, Raleigh, NC 27609, United States

+1 (919) 881-4940

http://www.wcpss.net/rootes

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Root Elementary Overview

About This School

Root Elementary is a public elementary in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving 469 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels across core subjects, though specific percentage data for ELA, math, and science was not provided. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 35 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $48,823. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at Root Elementary is 53% male and 47% female. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 66% White, 17% Hispanic, 14% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

469

Total Students

PK-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

35 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Wake County

Students per Counselor

469:1

Root Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.2:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

469

Students per Counselor

Root Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$48,823

City Avg: $49,984

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor469:1

Root Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

52.67%

Male

47.33%

Female

Total Enrollment: 469 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White65.67%

Hispanic17.27%

Asian1.28%

Black14.29%

Two or More Races1.28%

Native American0.21%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Root Elementary

Q: What is Root Elementary?

A: Root Elementary is a elementary public located in Raleigh.

Q: How many students attend Root Elementary?

A: Root Elementary has approximately 469 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Root Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Root Elementary is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Root Elementary

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Root Elementary - Raleigh, NC

Quick Facts about Root Elementary
School Name	Root Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	3202 Northampton Street, Raleigh, NC 27609, Raleigh, NC
County	Wake County
Phone	+1 (919) 881-4940
Total Students	469
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	35
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Root Elementary

What is Root Elementary?

Root Elementary is a elementary public located in Raleigh.

How many students attend Root Elementary?

Root Elementary has approximately 469 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Root Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Root Elementary is 13:1.

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