Excellent
#76 of 2,612 schools in NC
Top 3% in state
Leesville Road Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
8402 Pride Way, Raleigh, NC 27613
About Leesville Road Elementary
Leesville Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of the Wake County Schools. The school serves approximately 540 students in grades Kindergarten – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 97.1th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $119,362, where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Leesville Road Elementary — Students at Leesville Road Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
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32%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Leesville Road Elementary Compares
See how Leesville Road Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
8402 Pride Way, Raleigh, NC 27613
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leesville Road Middle Raleigh | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Leesville Road High Raleigh | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Pine Hollow Middle Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Sycamore Creek Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| THE FRANCISCAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Quest Academy Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| York Elementary Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Stough Elementary Raleigh | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Magellan Charter Raleigh | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| IRON ACADEMY Raleigh | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh | 3.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Sanderson High Raleigh | 4.4 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,362
Median Home Value
$478,600
Median Rent
$1,478/mo
Population
44,357
College Educated
67.7%
Homeownership
71.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
40.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ayden Elementary Ayden, NC | 8.4 |
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport, NC | 8.4 |
| Candler Elementary Candler, NC | 8.4 |
| Cooper Academy Clayton, NC | 8.4 |
| Grandy Primary Camden, NC | 8.4 |
| Meadow School Benson, NC | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leesville Road Elementary
What grades does Leesville Road Elementary serve?
Leesville Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Leesville Road Elementary?
Leesville Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leesville Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Leesville Road Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leesville Road Elementary rank in NC?
Leesville Road Elementary is ranked #76 out of 2,612 schools in NC.
What is Leesville Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Leesville Road Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Leesville Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Leesville Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leesville Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Leesville Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leesville Road Elementary?
32.0% of students at Leesville Road Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 32.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 870-4200
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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