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#746 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 28% in state

Raleigh Oak Charter

Elementary School · Raleigh Oak Charter School

2600 Sumer Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615

Charter

Enrollment

291

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#746 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#45 of 98

public schools

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Raleigh Oak Charter

7.4/10

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

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About Raleigh Oak Charter

Raleigh Oak Charter is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Raleigh Oak Charter School. Raleigh Oak Charter serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Raleigh Oak Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Raleigh Oak Charter show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above NC schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Raleigh Oak 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.

Raleigh Oak 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data6
Annual Change+0.19 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-34.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-35.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,241
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Raleigh Oak Charter — Students at Raleigh Oak Charter score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
56.8% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 54.2% (multi-year average, 2018-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 24 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
31.4%
ELA
47.6%
2025
Math
29.8%
ELA
54.9%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Raleigh Oak Charter Compares

See how Raleigh Oak Charter performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in NC
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Location

2600 Sumer Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Raleigh Oak Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abbotts Creek Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Ridge Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brentwood Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Millbrook High Raleigh 0.8 mi 7.3
CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Raleigh 1.1 mi
ST THOMAS MORE ACADEMY Raleigh 1.2 mi 6.7
East Millbrook Middle Raleigh 1.3 mi 4.3
FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Raleigh 1.7 mi 8.4
Durant Road Elementary Raleigh 2.0 mi 5.0
Millbrook Elementary Raleigh 1.9 mi 4.3
THALES ACADEMY OF RALEIGH Raleigh 1.7 mi 6.2
Durant Road Middle Raleigh 2.2 mi 4.6
ST RAPHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Raleigh 1.8 mi 6.2
Abbotts Creek Elementary Raleigh 2.2 mi 9.3
North Ridge Elementary Raleigh 1.9 mi 8.0
Fox Road Elementary Raleigh 2.0 mi 5.7
ST PHILIP LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL Raleigh 2.1 mi
NEUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 2.3 mi 7.1
RAVENSCROFT SCHOOL Raleigh 2.4 mi 6.8
Brentwood Elementary Raleigh 3.0 mi 7.2
THE FLETCHER ACADEMY Raleigh 2.6 mi 8.9
Wildwood Forest Elementary Raleigh 2.6 mi 3.4
West Millbrook Middle Raleigh 2.6 mi 7.1

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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Denton Elementary Denton, NC 7.4
Hallsboro-Artesia Elementary Hallsboro, NC 7.4
Jarvisburg Elementary Jarvisburg, NC 7.4
Moore Montessori Community School Southern Pines, NC 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Raleigh Oak Charter

What grades does Raleigh Oak Charter serve?

Raleigh Oak Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Raleigh Oak Charter?

Raleigh Oak Charter has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Raleigh Oak Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Raleigh Oak Charter is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Raleigh Oak Charter rank in NC?

Raleigh Oak Charter ranks #746 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Raleigh Oak Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Raleigh Oak Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Raleigh Oak Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Raleigh Oak Charter has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2025).

Is Raleigh Oak Charter a charter school?

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

Is Raleigh Oak Charter a Title I school?

No, Raleigh Oak Charter is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

District

Raleigh Oak Charter School
District Enrollment
291
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,241
District Rank
#1 of 1

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