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Very Good

#950 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 36% in state

Rogers Lane Elementary

Elementary School · Wake County Schools

201 North Rogers Lane, Raleigh, NC 27610

Enrollment

743

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#950 of 2,648

In Raleigh

#53 of 98

public schools

In district

#110 of 194

Wake County Schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Rogers Lane Elementary

7.1/10

Elementary School in Raleigh · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

River Oaks Middle

4.0/10

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5.9/10

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About Rogers Lane Elementary

Rogers Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Rogers Lane Elementary serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rogers Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #950 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Rogers Lane Elementary show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Rogers Lane Elementary 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.

31% of students at Rogers Lane Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data7
Annual Change+1.56 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.7% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.3% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-16.3 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,691
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Rogers Lane Elementary — Students at Rogers Lane Elementary score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 20 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2017
Math
26%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
40.7%
ELA
30.4%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Rogers Lane Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in NC
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 North Rogers Lane, Raleigh, NC 27610

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rogers Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Doral Academy of North Carolina (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Beaverdam Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Poe Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
River Oaks Middle Raleigh 1.5 mi 4.0
Hodge Road Elementary Knightdale 1.4 mi 5.9
Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh 2.1 mi 7.5
Bugg Elementary Raleigh 2.4 mi 3.7
RALEIGH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 2.7 mi 7.8
Barwell Road Elementary Raleigh 3.2 mi 6.3
Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh 3.2 mi 7.6
PreEminent Charter Raleigh 2.9 mi 5.6
Wilburn Elementary Raleigh 3.4 mi 5.2
Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh 3.5 mi 8.8
Walnut Creek Elementary Raleigh 3.2 mi 6.4
SURE PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.8 mi
Enloe High Raleigh 3.3 mi 8.2
Poe Elementary Raleigh 3.3 mi 7.4
Powell Elementary Raleigh 3.4 mi 6.8
WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh 3.5 mi 5.2
WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh 3.5 mi 5.3
Longview Raleigh 3.6 mi
Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh 3.9 mi 4.1
Neuse River Middle Raleigh 4.2 mi 3.5

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 Rogers Lane Elementary

What grades does Rogers Lane Elementary serve?

Rogers Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Rogers Lane Elementary?

Rogers Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rogers Lane Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Rogers Lane Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rogers Lane Elementary rank in NC?

Rogers Lane Elementary ranks #950 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Rogers Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Rogers Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Rogers Lane Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rogers Lane Elementary has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Rogers Lane Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Rogers Lane Elementary a Title I school?

No, Rogers Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

99.6% of students at Rogers Lane 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
18 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Wake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

District

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

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