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#2021 of 2,648 schools in NC
Durant Road Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
9901 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,021 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#80 of 98
public schools
In district
#165 of 194
Wake County Schools
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Durant Road Elementary
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About Durant Road Elementary
Durant Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Durant Road Elementary serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Durant Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,021 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Durant Road Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Durant Road 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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Durant Road Elementary — Students at Durant Road Elementary score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62%
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: 3.5/10.
How Durant Road Elementary Compares
See how Durant Road 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
9901 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Durant Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abbotts Creek Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Endeavor Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Wake Forest), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Ridge Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh | 0.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Durant Road Middle Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Raleigh | 1.0 mi | — |
| Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Wildwood Forest Elementary Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| THALES ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Fox Road Elementary Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Millbrook High Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTH RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT SPRUCE TREE Raleigh | 2.9 mi | — |
| East Millbrook Middle Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Wakefield Elementary Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Wakefield Middle Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 6.7 |
| North Ridge Elementary Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 8.0 |
| NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh | 2.8 mi | — |
| Wakefield High Raleigh | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School Wake Forest | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Durant Road Elementary
What grades does Durant Road Elementary serve?
Durant Road Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Durant Road Elementary?
Durant Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Durant Road Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Durant Road Elementary is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Durant Road Elementary rank in NC?
Durant Road Elementary ranks #2,021 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Durant Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Durant Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Durant Road Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Durant Road Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Durant Road Elementary a charter school?
No, Durant Road Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Durant Road Elementary a Title I school?
No, Durant Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durant Road Elementary?
62.0% of students at Durant Road 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
- 552
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (919) 870-4220
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #165 of 194
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