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Fox Road Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

7101 Fox Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616

Enrollment

438

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,685 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#70 of 98

public schools

In district

#148 of 194

Wake County Schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Fox Road Elementary

5.7/10

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

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About Fox Road Elementary

Fox Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Fox Road Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Fox Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,685 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Fox Road Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Fox Road Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-17.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,691
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Fox Road Elementary — Students at Fox Road Elementary score 38% 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

70.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
73%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
25%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
45.3%
ELA
38.7%
2025
Math
39.9%
ELA
35.2%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How Fox Road Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
36th percentile in NC
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

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

7101 Fox Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fox Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abbotts Creek Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Doral Academy of North Carolina (rated 8.8/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Endeavor Charter School (rated 8.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Wake Forest), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
THALES ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh 0.3 mi 6.2
NORTH RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 0.8 mi 4.1
Wildwood Forest Elementary Raleigh 1.4 mi 3.4
River Bend Elementary Raleigh 1.2 mi 4.3
River Bend Middle Raleigh 1.5 mi 5.9
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh 1.7 mi 4.3
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Raleigh 1.7 mi
Raleigh Oak Charter Raleigh 2.0 mi 7.4
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh 2.2 mi 6.7
Durant Road Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 5.0
Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 9.3
Harris Creek Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 5.8
Durant Road Middle Raleigh 2.8 mi 4.6
COMMISSION LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Raleigh 2.6 mi 6.6
Millbrook High Raleigh 2.7 mi 7.3
Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest 3.4 mi 8.6
Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh 3.4 mi 8.8
Wilburn Elementary Raleigh 3.7 mi 5.2
Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh 3.9 mi 7.6
Brentwood Elementary Raleigh 3.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,534

Median Home Value

$314,800

Median Rent

$1,514/mo

Population

61,161

College Educated

43.4%

Homeownership

55.7%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fox Road Elementary

What grades does Fox Road Elementary serve?

Fox Road Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fox Road Elementary?

Fox Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fox Road Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Fox Road Elementary is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fox Road Elementary rank in NC?

Fox Road Elementary ranks #1,685 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Fox Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Fox Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Fox Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fox Road Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fox Road Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Fox Road Elementary a Title I school?

No, Fox Road Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

70.3% of students at Fox 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

District

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

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