Needs Improvement
#2426 of 2,648 schools in NC
Dillard Drive Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
5018 Dillard Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
644
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,426 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#93 of 98
public schools
In district
#187 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Dillard Drive Elementary
Dillard Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Dillard Drive Elementary serves approximately 644 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Dillard Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,426 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Dillard Drive Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Dillard Drive Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dillard Drive Elementary — Students at Dillard Drive Elementary score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.8/10.
How Dillard Drive Elementary Compares
See how Dillard Drive Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5018 Dillard Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dillard Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Combs Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AL-IMAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE RALEIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dillard Drive Middle Raleigh | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTER Raleigh | 0.4 mi | — |
| Swift Creek Elementary Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Crossroads FLEX Cary | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| SCORE Academy Cary | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Yates Mill Elementary Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Wake STEM Early College High School Cary | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Athens Drive High Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Connections Academy Cary | 1.4 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 1.6 mi | — |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Centennial Campus Middle Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Mount Vernon Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Adams Elementary Cary | 2.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Cary High Cary | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eastlawn Elementary Burlington, NC | 3.8 |
| Forsyth Academy Winston-Salem, NC | 3.8 |
| Guilford Elementary Greensboro, NC | 3.8 |
| Hillandale Elementary Durham, NC | 3.8 |
| Long Creek Elementary Huntersville, NC | 3.8 |
| Lucile Souders Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dillard Drive Elementary
What grades does Dillard Drive Elementary serve?
Dillard Drive Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Dillard Drive Elementary?
Dillard Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 644 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dillard Drive Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Dillard Drive Elementary is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dillard Drive Elementary rank in NC?
Dillard Drive Elementary ranks #2,426 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Dillard Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Dillard Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Dillard Drive Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dillard Drive Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Dillard Drive Elementary a charter school?
No, Dillard Drive Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dillard Drive Elementary a Title I school?
No, Dillard Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dillard Drive Elementary?
54.0% of students at Dillard Drive 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 644
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (919) 233-4200
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #187 of 194
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