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#39 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 1% in state

Magellan Charter

Middle School · Magellan Charter

9324 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

Charter

Enrollment

410

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

9.1

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#39 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#6 of 98

public schools

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Magellan Charter

9.1/10

Middle School in Raleigh · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Baileywick Road Elementary

4.2/10

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8.0/10

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About Magellan Charter

Magellan Charter is a public middle school in Raleigh, NC, part of Magellan Charter. Magellan Charter serves approximately 410 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Magellan Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Magellan Charter show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares3.4 pts above NC schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • NC avg 5.7

What Parents Should Know

Magellan Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency91.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+28.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+41.1 pts
Overall Proficiency90% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+12.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,241
Chronic Absenteeism3.2%

Magellan Charter — Students at Magellan Charter score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 92.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 89.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 42 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
99.5%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2013
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
88%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2021*
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2022
Math
88.8%
ELA
84.5%
2025
Math
91.9%
ELA
87.8%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Magellan Charter Compares

See how Magellan Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
99th percentile in NC
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
3.2%

Location

9324 Baileywick Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Magellan Charter may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Barton Pond Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Quest Academy (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh 0.2 mi 4.2
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh 0.6 mi 8.0
Quest Academy Raleigh 1.1 mi 9.1
Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh 1.3 mi 6.1
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh 2.3 mi 6.9
Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh 2.0 mi 9.3
West Millbrook Middle Raleigh 2.2 mi 7.1
Brassfield Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 4.5
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh 2.5 mi 6.8
Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 7.7
Pleasant Union Elementary Raleigh 2.8 mi 8.8
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 2.5 mi 7.1
MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh 2.4 mi
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh 2.7 mi
Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh 3.1 mi 9.2
North Ridge Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 8.0
LITTLE LAMBS LEARNING CENTER Raleigh 3.2 mi
Sanderson High Raleigh 3.5 mi 5.7
Green Elementary Raleigh 4.0 mi 5.5
Leesville Road High Raleigh 3.5 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27615 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,051

Median Home Value

$441,100

Median Rent

$1,533/mo

Population

45,722

College Educated

63.7%

Homeownership

73.5%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Magellan Charter

What grades does Magellan Charter serve?

Magellan Charter serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Magellan Charter?

Magellan Charter has an enrollment of approximately 410 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Magellan Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Magellan Charter is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Magellan Charter rank in NC?

Magellan Charter ranks #39 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Magellan Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Magellan Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Magellan Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Magellan Charter has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Magellan Charter a charter school?

Yes, Magellan Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Magellan Charter a Title I school?

No, Magellan Charter is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
410
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
3.2%

District

Magellan Charter
District Enrollment
410
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,241
District Rank
#1 of 1

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