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#22 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 1% in state

Abbotts Creek Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

9900 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC 27614

Enrollment

805

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#22 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#1 of 98

public schools

In district

#2 of 194

Wake County Schools

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Abbotts Creek Elementary

9.3/10

Elementary School in Raleigh · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Durant Road Elementary

5.0/10

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4.6/10

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About Abbotts Creek Elementary

Abbotts Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Abbotts Creek Elementary serves approximately 805 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Abbotts Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Abbotts Creek Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

How it compares2.2 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.1 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,691
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Abbotts Creek Elementary — Students at Abbotts Creek Elementary score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

31.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 65.3% (multi-year average, 2015-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 24 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
61%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
75.3%
ELA
77%
2025
Math
82.2%
ELA
70.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Abbotts Creek Elementary Compares

See how Abbotts Creek Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in NC
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
31%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
57 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9900 Durant Road, Raleigh, NC 27614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abbotts Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Endeavor Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Wake Forest), with a comparable rating. Another option is North Ridge Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Raleigh Oak Charter (rated 7.4/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Durant Road Elementary Raleigh 0.2 mi 5.0
Durant Road Middle Raleigh 0.5 mi 4.6
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Raleigh 1.2 mi
Wildwood Forest Elementary Raleigh 1.6 mi 3.4
Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh 2.2 mi 7.4
THALES ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh 2.5 mi 6.2
Fox Road Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 5.7
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh 2.8 mi
NORTH RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 2.5 mi 4.1
Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest 2.5 mi 8.6
Wakefield Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 5.4
Millbrook High Raleigh 2.9 mi 7.3
Wakefield Middle Raleigh 3.0 mi 6.7
Wakefield High Raleigh 3.1 mi 6.8
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh 3.2 mi 4.3
Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest 2.9 mi 4.3
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh 3.3 mi 6.7
North Ridge Elementary Raleigh 2.9 mi 8.0
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 2.9 mi 7.1
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,258

Median Home Value

$530,100

Median Rent

$1,548/mo

Population

33,021

College Educated

62%

Homeownership

70.3%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

44.2

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Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh, NC 9.3
Scotts Ridge Elementary Apex, NC 9.3
Hortons Creek Elementary Cary, NC 9.4
North Academy of World Languages Huntersville, NC 9.4
Buckhorn Creek Elementary Holly Springs, NC 9.2
Grand Oak Elementary Huntersville, NC 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abbotts Creek Elementary

What grades does Abbotts Creek Elementary serve?

Abbotts Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Abbotts Creek Elementary?

Abbotts Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 805 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abbotts Creek Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Abbotts Creek Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abbotts Creek Elementary rank in NC?

Abbotts Creek Elementary ranks #22 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Abbotts Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Abbotts Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abbotts Creek Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abbotts Creek Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).

Is Abbotts Creek Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Abbotts Creek Elementary a Title I school?

No, Abbotts Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Abbotts Creek Elementary?

31.2% of students at Abbotts Creek 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
805
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Free/Reduced Lunch
31.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

Wake County Schools
District Enrollment
161,481
Schools in District
197
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,691
District Rank
#2 of 194

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