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#192 of 2,612 schools in NC

Top 7% in state

Barton Pond Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

12004 Strickland Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

504
Students
14:1
Student-Teacher
Pre-K – 5th
Grades Served
Top 7%
in NC

About Barton Pond Elementary

Barton Pond Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of the Wake County Schools. The school serves approximately 504 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9/10, placing it in the 92.7th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.

The school scores particularly well in school environment (7.1/10). 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics8.5Excellent56%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency88.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency84%
Math vs. State Avg+24.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+37.4 pts
Overall Proficiency86%
Expected (poverty-adj.)80%
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.1Very Good44%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1

Barton Pond Elementary — Students at Barton Pond Elementary score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Barton Pond Elementary Compares

See how Barton Pond Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
93th percentile in NC
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Equity
5.5/10
Above average
Environment
7.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Location

12004 Strickland Road, Raleigh, NC 27613

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh 0.5 mi 5.5
Quest Academy Raleigh 1.1 mi 6.8
Leesville Road High Raleigh 1.7 mi 4.3
Leesville Road Middle Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.0
Leesville Road Elementary Raleigh 1.8 mi 8.4
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh 1.7 mi 5.5
Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh 1.8 mi 5.7
Magellan Charter Raleigh 2.0 mi 6.1
Pine Hollow Middle Raleigh 2.0 mi 3.9
Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh 2.4 mi 7.5
Sycamore Creek Elementary Raleigh 2.2 mi 5.1
Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 7.2
Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh 2.5 mi 5.6
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh 2.8 mi 5.5
THE FRANCISCAN SCHOOL Raleigh 2.6 mi 5.5
Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 7.2
Pleasant Union Elementary Raleigh 3.2 mi 6.1
York Elementary Raleigh 3.9 mi 6.3
Sanderson High Raleigh 4.2 mi 3.8
West Millbrook Middle Raleigh 3.9 mi 7.0

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
Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, NC 7.9
Belmont Elementary School Roanoke Rapids, NC 7.9
Bethware Elementary Kings Mountain, NC 7.9
Eastover Elementary Charlotte, NC 7.9
Elizabeth Traditional Elem Charlotte, NC 7.9
Estes Hills Elementary Chapel Hill, NC 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barton Pond Elementary

What grades does Barton Pond Elementary serve?

Barton Pond Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Barton Pond Elementary?

Barton Pond Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barton Pond Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Barton Pond Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barton Pond Elementary rank in NC?

Barton Pond Elementary is ranked #192 out of 2,612 schools in NC.

What is Barton Pond Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Barton Pond Elementary has a composite rating of 7.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.

Is Barton Pond Elementary a charter school?

No, Barton Pond Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barton Pond Elementary a Title I school?

No, Barton Pond Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Barton Pond Elementary?

9.7% of students at Barton Pond 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
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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Data Sources: School Info: NCES CCD (SY 2022-23) Neighborhood: Census ACS (2019-2023) Ratings: MySchoolScout (2024) Full data source details