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#17 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 1% in state

Partnership Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

601 Devereux Street, Raleigh, NC 27605

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Raleigh

#1 of 98

public schools

North Carolina elementary schools

#16 of 1,474

In district

#1 of 194

Wake County Schools

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Partnership Elementary

Partnership Elementary serves 273 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in Raleigh, North Carolina, earning a composite score of 9.3 out of 10 — a rating the platform labels Exceptional. That score rests on two strong pillars: an academic score of 8.3/10 and a growth score of 9.9/10. The growth figure carries particular weight — it measures how much students advance relative to expectations, and a near-perfect 9.9 signals that students here are consistently outpacing predicted progress.

Those results place Partnership at the top of a large field. The school ranks #1 out of 98 public schools in Raleigh and sits at #17 out of 2,648 public schools statewide, outperforming 99% of North Carolina schools. Among all North Carolina elementary schools, it ranks #16 out of 1,474.

A student-teacher ratio of 10.9-to-1 keeps class sizes small, supporting the individualized instruction that drives those growth numbers. For families comparing elementary schools in Raleigh, Partnership Elementary leads the city by a clear margin — and the statewide rankings confirm that lead holds across a much larger pool.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+5.77 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.7%
Math vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.1 pts
Overall Proficiency69%
Expected (poverty-adj.)63%
vs. Expected+5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment9.1Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,859

Partnership Elementary — Students at Partnership Elementary score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.1%
School
State
59.4%
ELA Proficiency 59.2%
School
State
52.7%

Based on 12 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2025
Math
70.1%
ELA
67.7%

* 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: 9.9/10.

How Partnership Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
99th percentile in NC
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
9.9/10
Above average
Environment
9.1/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

601 Devereux Street, Raleigh, NC 27605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Partnership Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Conn Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Underwood Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Hunter Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Needham Broughton High Raleigh 0.3 mi 5.3
Wiley Elementary Raleigh 0.4 mi 7.2
Raleigh Charter High School Raleigh 0.4 mi 7.1
SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL Raleigh 0.6 mi 7.4
The Exploris School Raleigh 0.7 mi 5.2
CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh 0.7 mi 5.2
Underwood Elementary Raleigh 0.9 mi 8.2
Gov. Morehead School f/t Blind Raleigh 1.0 mi 9.2
Wake Young Women's Leadership Academy Raleigh 1.0 mi 7.0
Moore Square Middle Raleigh 1.2 mi 8.7
Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh 1.3 mi 8.6
Washington Elementary Raleigh 1.5 mi 7.0
DYNAMIC OPPORTUNITIES Raleigh 1.5 mi 6.0
Conn Elementary Raleigh 1.5 mi 8.5
Oberlin Middle Raleigh 1.8 mi 7.0
Ligon Middle Raleigh 1.7 mi 6.2
Olds Elementary Raleigh 1.6 mi 6.7
Hunter Elementary Raleigh 1.7 mi 8.2
Joyner Elementary Raleigh 1.9 mi 6.5
Phillips High Raleigh 1.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,267

Median Home Value

$440,300

Median Rent

$1,577/mo

Population

6,121

College Educated

73.2%

Homeownership

31.8%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

31.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Partnership Elementary has a median household income of $63,267. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $440,300, with a median rent of $1,577/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Pathways Elementary Hillsborough, NC 9.4
Pine Level Elementary Pine Level, NC 9.4
Cliffside Elementary School Cliffside, NC 9.2
Lincoln Elementary Ruffin, NC 9.2
Lincoln Heights Montessori Charlotte, NC 9.2
Peachtree Elementary Murphy, NC 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Partnership Elementary

What grades does Partnership Elementary serve?

Partnership Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Partnership Elementary?

Partnership Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Partnership Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Partnership Elementary is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Partnership Elementary rank in NC?

Partnership Elementary is ranked #17 out of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Partnership Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Partnership Elementary has a composite rating of 9.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Partnership Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Partnership Elementary has 59.1% math proficiency and 59.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Partnership Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Partnership Elementary a Title I school?

No, Partnership Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

36.3% of students at Partnership 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
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,315/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Raleigh). Data >1 year old.

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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