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#101 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 4% in state

Leesville Road Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

8402 Pride Way, Raleigh, NC 27613

Enrollment

540

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#101 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#10 of 98

public schools

In district

#19 of 194

Wake County Schools

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Leesville Road Elementary

8.9/10

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

Partnership Elementary

8.3/10

Raleigh, NC. Compare side by side with Leesville Road Elementary before ruling this option in or out.

Poe Elementary

7.4/10

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About Leesville Road Elementary

Leesville Road Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Leesville Road Elementary serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Leesville Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #101 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Leesville Road Elementary show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84.4% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+20.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.1 pts
Overall Proficiency83% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)67% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+15.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,691
Chronic Absenteeism21.9%

Leesville Road Elementary — Students at Leesville Road Elementary score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 69.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
68.7%
2025
Math
84.6%
ELA
80.7%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Leesville Road Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
96th percentile in NC
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

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

8402 Pride Way, Raleigh, NC 27613

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Leesville Road Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barton Pond Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Quest Academy (rated 9.1/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Leesville Road Middle Raleigh 0.1 mi 7.7
Leesville Road High Raleigh 0.2 mi 7.1
Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh 0.9 mi 8.1
MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh 1.5 mi
Pine Hollow Middle Raleigh 1.6 mi 7.7
Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh 1.8 mi 9.3
Sycamore Creek Elementary Raleigh 2.3 mi 8.2
THE FRANCISCAN SCHOOL Raleigh 2.5 mi 5.4
Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh 2.5 mi 9.2
Quest Academy Raleigh 2.5 mi 9.1
York Elementary Raleigh 3.1 mi 7.1
Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 7.7
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh 3.1 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh 3.2 mi 6.9
Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh 3.4 mi 4.2
Stough Elementary Raleigh 3.9 mi 8.8
Magellan Charter Raleigh 3.6 mi 9.1
IRON ACADEMY Raleigh 4.2 mi 7.9
Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh 3.5 mi 6.1
Sanderson High Raleigh 4.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27613 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,362

Median Home Value

$478,600

Median Rent

$1,478/mo

Population

44,357

College Educated

67.7%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

40.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bogue Sound Elementary Newport, NC 8.9
Cool Spring Elementary Cleveland, NC 8.9
Hendersonville Elementary Hendersonville, NC 8.9
Holly Ridge Elementary Holly Springs, NC 8.9
Morris Grove Elementary Chapel Hill, NC 8.9
North Chatham Elementary Chapel Hill, NC 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Leesville Road Elementary

What grades does Leesville Road Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Leesville Road Elementary?

Leesville Road Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Leesville Road Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Leesville Road Elementary rank in NC?

Leesville Road Elementary ranks #101 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Leesville Road Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Leesville Road Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Leesville Road Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Leesville Road Elementary has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Leesville Road Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Leesville Road Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

32.0% of students at Leesville 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
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Leesville Road Elementary stack up?

Partnership Elementary
8.3
Poe Elementary
7.4
Stough Elementary
8.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.9%

District

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

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