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Children's Discovery Center
Elementary School
5511 AVENT FERRY RD, Raleigh, NC 27606
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Updated
2021-22
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
BetaHow Children's Discovery Center compares to 100 public schools serving similar grades in Raleigh, NC
Student Demographics
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 |
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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
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in NC aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
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
- Phone
- (191) 985-1063
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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