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#1691 of 2,648 schools in NC
Preeminent Charter
Elementary School · PreEminent Charter School
3815 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
23.7:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,691 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#71 of 98
public schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Preeminent Charter
Elementary School in Raleigh · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Preeminent Charter
Preeminent Charter is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of PreEminent Charter School. Preeminent Charter serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 23.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Preeminent Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,691 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Preeminent Charter show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Preeminent Charter 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.
Preeminent Charter runs 23.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Preeminent 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
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Preeminent Charter — Students at Preeminent Charter score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 42 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 Preeminent Charter Compares
See how Preeminent Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3815 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Preeminent Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fuller Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Southeast Raleigh Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Elementary Raleigh | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Bugg Elementary Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| SURE PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.0 mi | — |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Barwell Road Elementary Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Creech Road Elementary Garner | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| East Garner Elementary Garner | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| North Garner Middle Garner | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| East Garner Middle Garner | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Rogers Lane Elementary Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Longview Raleigh | 3.1 mi | — |
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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Bladenboro Primary Bladenboro, NC | 5.6 |
| Central Park School For Children Durham, NC | 5.6 |
| Cooleemee Elementary Cooleemee, NC | 5.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Leland, NC | 5.6 |
| Morehead Elementary Greensboro, NC | 5.6 |
| Randleman Elementary School Randleman, NC | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Preeminent Charter
What grades does Preeminent Charter serve?
Preeminent Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Preeminent Charter?
Preeminent Charter has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Preeminent Charter?
The student-teacher ratio at Preeminent Charter is 23.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Preeminent Charter rank in NC?
Preeminent Charter ranks #1,691 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Preeminent Charter's MySchoolScout rating?
Preeminent Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Preeminent Charter?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Preeminent Charter has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Preeminent Charter a charter school?
Yes, Preeminent Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Preeminent Charter a Title I school?
No, Preeminent Charter is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Preeminent Charter?
99.0% of students at Preeminent Charter 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
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.5%
- Phone
- (919) 235-0511
Resources & Links
District
PreEminent Charter School- District Enrollment
- 712
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,150
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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