What types of schools are available in Raleigh, North Carolina?

Raleigh, North Carolina offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Raleigh, North Carolina

Q: How many schools are in Raleigh, North Carolina?

There are 99 schools in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving 66,764 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Raleigh?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Raleigh, North Carolina, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 99 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

66,764

Total Students

Across Raleigh

13.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

99 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)16 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)3 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,648 students at Sanderson High.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Joyner Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

2300 Lowden St., Raleigh, NC 27608

8808 Old Stage Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603

5307 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NC 27609

4210 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27612

5500 Dixon Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609

Jeffreys Grove Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

6119 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612

1018 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601

Abbotts Creek Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

9900 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC 27614

East Millbrook Middle

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

3801 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616

Swift Creek Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

5601 Tryon Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606

2001 Lorimer Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606

North Ridge Elementary

publicelementaryPK-5

7120 Harps Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

Washington Elementary

publicelementaryK-5

1000 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601

1220 Brookside Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604

204 Dixie Trail, Raleigh, NC 27607

1520 E Millbrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609

1601 Lynn Rd, Raleigh, NC 27612

400 Peyton St, Raleigh, NC 27610

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1701 Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Raleigh

Raleigh, North Carolina is home to 99 schools serving over 66,764 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Raleigh, North Carolina?

There are 99 schools in Raleigh, serving 66,764 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Raleigh?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Raleigh include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Raleigh?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Raleigh is 13.3:1.

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