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#40 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 2% in state

Quest Academy

Elementary School · Quest Academy

10908 Strickland Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

Charter

Enrollment

144

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#40 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#7 of 98

public schools

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Quest Academy

9.1/10

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

Chesterbrook Academy-north Raleigh

8.0/10

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4.2/10

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About Quest Academy

Quest Academy is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Quest Academy. Quest Academy serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Quest Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Quest Academy show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.7 pts above NC schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 144 students, Quest Academy 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.

Quest Academy 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 Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency95.7% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg+31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+49.1 pts
Overall Proficiency96% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected+18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,232
Chronic Absenteeism2.1%

Quest Academy — Students at Quest Academy score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 95.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 94.0% (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
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2022
Math
85.2%
ELA
85.2%
2025
Math
95.9%
ELA
95.9%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Quest Academy Compares

See how Quest Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
99th percentile in NC
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
11 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
2.1%

Location

10908 Strickland Road, Raleigh, NC 27615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quest Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Barton Pond Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Leesville Road Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-NORTH RALEIGH Raleigh 0.7 mi 8.0
Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh 0.9 mi 4.2
Magellan Charter Raleigh 1.1 mi 9.1
Barton Pond Elementary Raleigh 1.1 mi 9.3
Lead Mine Elementary Raleigh 1.4 mi 6.1
MARACAS MONTESSORI Raleigh 1.5 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh 2.0 mi 6.9
Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh 2.2 mi 7.7
Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 9.2
Leesville Road High Raleigh 2.4 mi 7.1
Leesville Road Middle Raleigh 2.5 mi 7.7
Leesville Road Elementary Raleigh 2.5 mi 8.9
Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh 2.8 mi 8.1
Pleasant Union Elementary Raleigh 3.3 mi 8.8
West Millbrook Middle Raleigh 2.8 mi 7.1
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh 2.9 mi 6.8
York Elementary Raleigh 3.5 mi 7.1
Sanderson High Raleigh 3.3 mi 5.7
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.1 mi 7.1
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh 3.2 mi

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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Peachtree Elementary Murphy, NC 9.0
Riverbend Elementary Clyde, NC 9.0
Atlantic Elementary Atlantic, NC 8.9
Bennett School Bennett, NC 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quest Academy

What grades does Quest Academy serve?

Quest Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Quest Academy?

Quest Academy has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quest Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Quest Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quest Academy rank in NC?

Quest Academy ranks #40 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Quest Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Quest Academy 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 Quest Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quest Academy has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Quest Academy a charter school?

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

Is Quest Academy a Title I school?

No, Quest Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
2.1%

District

Quest Academy
District Enrollment
144
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,232
District Rank
#1 of 1

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