Very Good
#310 of 2,612 schools in NC
Top 12% in state
Hunter Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
1018 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601
About Hunter Elementary
Hunter Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of the Wake County Schools. The school serves approximately 630 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5/10, placing it in the 88.2th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.
The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,433, where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.
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Hunter Elementary — Students at Hunter Elementary score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).
Equity & Diversity
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30%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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How Hunter Elementary Compares
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Funding & Resources
Location
1018 E Davie St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Moore Square Middle Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Phillips High Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Longview Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Conn Elementary Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| The Exploris School Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Powell Elementary Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Partnership Elementary Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Wiley Elementary Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,433
Median Home Value
$572,600
Median Rent
$1,499/mo
Population
9,702
College Educated
48.6%
Homeownership
27.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.5 |
| Apex Friendship Elementary Apex, NC | 7.5 |
| Barwell Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.5 |
| Bethel Elementary Midland, NC | 7.5 |
| Cash Elementary Kernersville, NC | 7.5 |
| General Greene Elementary Greensboro, NC | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hunter Elementary
What grades does Hunter Elementary serve?
Hunter Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Hunter Elementary?
Hunter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hunter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hunter Elementary is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hunter Elementary rank in NC?
Hunter Elementary is ranked #310 out of 2,612 schools in NC.
What is Hunter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Hunter Elementary has a composite rating of 7.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
Is Hunter Elementary a charter school?
No, Hunter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hunter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hunter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hunter Elementary?
30.0% of students at Hunter 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 856-7676
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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