Below Average
#2285 of 2,648 schools in NC
Mount Vernon
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
5418 Chapel Hill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
76
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,285 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#87 of 98
public schools
In district
#178 of 194
Wake County Schools
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About Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Mount Vernon serves approximately 76 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Vernon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,285 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Mount Vernon show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 76 students, Mount Vernon is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mount Vernon 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.
At 2.6:1 students to teachers, Mount Vernon sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mount Vernon — Students at Mount Vernon score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 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: 6.4/10.
How Mount Vernon Compares
See how Mount Vernon 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
5418 Chapel Hill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Vernon may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Combs Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AL-IMAN SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE RALEIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| LEARN WITH THE BEST SCHOOL, INC. Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Athens Drive High Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Combs Elementary Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Connections Academy Cary | 2.1 mi | — |
| RENAISSANCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dillard Drive Elementary Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Dillard Drive Middle Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY CENTER Raleigh | 2.7 mi | — |
| Martin Middle Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Crossroads FLEX Cary | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SCORE Academy Cary | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| IRON ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Wake STEM Early College High School Cary | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,216
Median Home Value
$639,200
Median Rent
$1,529/mo
Population
26,062
College Educated
70.7%
Homeownership
45.3%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
25.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI AT SANDY FORD Newton, NC | 4.2 |
| A SEA OF LEARNING Morehead City, NC | 4.1 |
| Creswell Elementary Creswell, NC | 4.1 |
| East Arcadia Elementary Riegelwood, NC | 4.1 |
| FRIENDSHIP DAY SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES & THE ARTS Charlotte, NC | 4.5 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sylva, NC | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Vernon
What grades does Mount Vernon serve?
Mount Vernon serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Mount Vernon?
Mount Vernon has an enrollment of approximately 76 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Vernon is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mount Vernon rank in NC?
Mount Vernon ranks #2,285 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Mount Vernon's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Vernon has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Mount Vernon?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mount Vernon has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mount Vernon a charter school?
No, Mount Vernon is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mount Vernon a Title I school?
No, Mount Vernon is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mount Vernon?
96.1% of students at Mount Vernon 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
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 76
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.7%
- Phone
- (919) 233-4313
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #178 of 194
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