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Very Good

#871 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 33% in state

Brentwood Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

3426 Ingram Dr, Raleigh, NC 27604

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#871 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#48 of 98

public schools

In district

#100 of 194

Wake County Schools

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Brentwood Elementary

7.2/10

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

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5.2/10

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About Brentwood Elementary

Brentwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Brentwood Elementary serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #871 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Brentwood Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.8% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.8 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-9.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,691
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Brentwood Elementary — Students at Brentwood Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
31%
ELA
29%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
39.5%
ELA
47.8%
2025
Math
47%
ELA
45.6%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Brentwood Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
67th percentile in NC
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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

3426 Ingram Dr, Raleigh, NC 27604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brentwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Conn Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Joyner Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Raleigh Oak Charter (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilburn Elementary Raleigh 1.4 mi 5.2
Millbrook Elementary Raleigh 1.5 mi 4.3
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.7
RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 1.9 mi 7.8
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh 2.1 mi 8.4
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh 2.1 mi 4.3
Douglas Elementary Raleigh 2.0 mi 6.9
Powell Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 6.8
THE TRILOGY SCHOOL Raleigh 2.0 mi 7.4
Millbrook High Raleigh 2.5 mi 7.3
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Raleigh 2.4 mi 6.2
Joyner Elementary Raleigh 2.3 mi 7.9
Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh 3.0 mi 7.4
Conn Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 8.6
THE FLETCHER ACADEMY Raleigh 2.7 mi 8.9
Enloe High Raleigh 3.2 mi 8.2
Phillips High Raleigh 3.1 mi 4.4
Longview Raleigh 3.1 mi
Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh 3.2 mi 7.5
Carroll Middle Raleigh 2.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,793

Median Home Value

$293,100

Median Rent

$1,386/mo

Population

44,094

College Educated

40.8%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

37.2

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Eastern Elementary Washington, NC 7.2
Edgewood Elementary Whiteville, NC 7.2
Mars Hill Elementary Mars Hill, NC 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brentwood Elementary

What grades does Brentwood Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Brentwood Elementary?

Brentwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Elementary is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brentwood Elementary rank in NC?

Brentwood Elementary ranks #871 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Brentwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Brentwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Brentwood Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Brentwood Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Brentwood Elementary a Title I school?

No, Brentwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

71.4% of students at Brentwood 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
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

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

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