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Children's Discovery Center

Elementary School

5511 AVENT FERRY RD, Raleigh, NC 27606

Private

Enrollment

17

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Grades

Pre-K – TK

Updated 2021-22

About Children's Discovery Center

Children's Discovery Center is an private elementary school in Raleigh, NC 27606. The school serves approximately 17 students in grades Pre-K – TK with a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $75,640, where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large city setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 17 students, Children's Discovery Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8.5:1, Children's Discovery Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, Children's Discovery Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Children's Discovery Center compares to 100 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
13.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
17
This School
vs
674
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.9% vs 0%
Children's Discovery Center Raleigh Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Children's Discovery Center (this school)
Dillard Drive Elementary 5.8
Dillard Drive Middle 6.4
Swift Creek Elementary 8.7
Yates Mill Elementary 5.8
Athens Drive High 5.4
Centennial Campus Middle 4.8
Combs Elementary 7.5
Mount Vernon 5.1
Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind 9.2
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy 7.0
Olds Elementary 6.7
Longleaf School of the Arts 5.7
Vernon Malone College and Career Academy 8.1
Washington Elementary 7.0
Wiley Elementary 7.2
Smith Elementary 6.0
The Exploris School 5.2
Needham Broughton High 5.3
Martin Middle 6.9
Oak Grove Elementary 6.3

Showing 20 of 100 schools. View all schools in Raleigh

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
17 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Address
5511 AVENT FERRY RD, Raleigh, NC 27606
Phone
(191) 985-1063
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 88.2%
Hispanic 5.9%
Pacific Islander 5.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5511 AVENT FERRY RD, Raleigh, NC 27606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Children's Discovery Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Swift Creek Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away). Another option is Combs Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away). Additionally, AL-IMAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.0 miles away). For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Dillard Drive Elementary Raleigh 0.4 mi 5.8
ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh 0.4 mi 6.0
Dillard Drive Middle Raleigh 0.5 mi 6.4
Yates Mill Elementary Raleigh 1.2 mi 5.8
Swift Creek Elementary Raleigh 1.0 mi 8.7
Athens Drive High Raleigh 1.2 mi 5.4
Crossroads FLEX Cary 1.3 mi 8.0
SCORE Academy Cary 1.3 mi 4.0
LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh 1.6 mi 6.1
Wake STEM Early College High School Cary 1.4 mi 5.9
Combs Elementary Raleigh 1.8 mi 7.5
Centennial Campus Middle Raleigh 1.6 mi 4.8
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh 1.8 mi 5.8
Connections Academy Cary 1.8 mi
RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary 1.9 mi
Mount Vernon Raleigh 2.7 mi 5.1
THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh 3.1 mi 6.8
AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh 3.0 mi 7.4
AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh 3.0 mi 8.6
Adams Elementary Cary 3.1 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,640

Median Home Value

$423,900

Median Rent

$1,369/mo

Population

45,728

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

37.1%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

30.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Children's Discovery Center has a median household income of $75,640. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $423,900, with a median rent of $1,369/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Children's Discovery Center

What grades does Children's Discovery Center serve?

Children's Discovery Center serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.

How many students attend Children's Discovery Center?

Children's Discovery Center has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Children's Discovery Center?

The student-teacher ratio at Children's Discovery Center is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Children's Discovery Center a private school?

Yes, Children's Discovery Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Children's Discovery Center a religious school?

No, Children's Discovery Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (3,315/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Raleigh). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
17
Gender Split
76% M / 24% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8.5 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Large City
County
WAKE
Data Year
2022–2023

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