Below Average
#2245 of 2,648 schools in NC
Phillips High
High School · Wake County Schools
1923 Milburnie Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
4.3:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,245 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#84 of 98
public schools
In district
#171 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Phillips High
Phillips High is a public high school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Phillips High serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Phillips High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,245 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Phillips High show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Phillips High 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 Phillips High 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 4.3:1 students to teachers, Phillips High 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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Phillips High — Students at Phillips High score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
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: 8.1/10.
How Phillips High Compares
See how Phillips 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
1923 Milburnie Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phillips High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Raleigh Charter High School (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy (rated 8.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Enloe High (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Longview Raleigh | 0.4 mi | — |
| Conn Elementary Raleigh | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Powell Elementary Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Hunter Elementary Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Moore Square Middle Raleigh | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| The Exploris School Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Partnership Elementary Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Joyner Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Raleigh Charter High School Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Underwood Elementary Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,245
Median Home Value
$260,300
Median Rent
$1,319/mo
Population
80,173
College Educated
28.4%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.5%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phillips High
What grades does Phillips High serve?
Phillips High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Phillips High?
Phillips High has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phillips High?
The student-teacher ratio at Phillips High is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phillips High rank in NC?
Phillips High ranks #2,245 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Phillips High's MySchoolScout rating?
Phillips High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Phillips High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phillips High has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Phillips High a charter school?
No, Phillips High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phillips High a Title I school?
No, Phillips High is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phillips High?
73.6% of students at Phillips 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
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 73.6%
- Phone
- (919) 856-7710
- 4-Year Graduation
- 54.5%
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #171 of 194
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