Very Good
#942 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 36% in state
Leesville Road High
High School · Wake County Schools
8410 Pride Way, Raleigh, NC 27613
Enrollment
2,517
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,517
Student-Teacher
19.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#942 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#49 of 98
public schools
In district
#102 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic performance
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Leesville Road High
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About Leesville Road High
Leesville Road High is a public high school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Leesville Road High serves approximately 2,517 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Leesville Road High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #942 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Leesville Road High show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Leesville Road High is a large school: 2,517 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
31% of students at Leesville Road High 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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Leesville Road High — Students at Leesville Road High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 28 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Leesville Road High Compares
See how Leesville Road High 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
8410 Pride Way, Raleigh, NC 27613
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leesville Road High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Barton Pond Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quest Academy (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leesville Road Middle Raleigh | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Leesville Road Elementary Raleigh | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pine Hollow Middle Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Sycamore Creek Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| THE FRANCISCAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Quest Academy Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 9.2 |
| York Elementary Raleigh | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Stough Elementary Raleigh | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Magellan Charter Raleigh | 3.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| IRON ACADEMY Raleigh | 4.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Pleasant Union Elementary Raleigh | 4.9 mi | 8.8 |
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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| Athens Drive High Raleigh, NC | 7.1 |
| Mooresville High School Mooresville, NC | 7.1 |
| Page High Greensboro, NC | 7.1 |
| Topsail High Hampstead, NC | 7.0 |
| Fuquay-Varina High Fuquay-Varina, NC | 7.2 |
| Porter Ridge High School Indian Trail, NC | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leesville Road High
What grades does Leesville Road High serve?
Leesville Road High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Leesville Road High?
Leesville Road High has an enrollment of approximately 2,517 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leesville Road High?
The student-teacher ratio at Leesville Road High is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leesville Road High rank in NC?
Leesville Road High ranks #942 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Leesville Road High's MySchoolScout rating?
Leesville Road High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leesville Road High has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Leesville Road High a charter school?
No, Leesville Road High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leesville Road High a Title I school?
No, Leesville Road High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leesville Road High?
23.7% of students at Leesville Road High 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,517
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (919) 870-4250
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #102 of 194
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