Very Good
#682 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 26% in state
Southeast Raleigh Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
1436 Rock Quarry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#682 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#43 of 98
public schools
In district
#86 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Southeast Raleigh Elementary
Southeast Raleigh Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Southeast Raleigh Elementary serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Southeast Raleigh Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Southeast Raleigh Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Southeast Raleigh 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.
33% of students at Southeast Raleigh 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
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Southeast Raleigh Elementary — Students at Southeast Raleigh Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 14 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Southeast Raleigh Elementary Compares
See how Southeast Raleigh Elementary 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
1436 Rock Quarry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southeast Raleigh Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hunter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 0.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Ligon Middle Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Hunter Elementary Raleigh | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Moore Square Middle Raleigh | 1.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Longview Raleigh | 1.8 mi | — |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Phillips High Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Washington Elementary Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Bugg Elementary Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 3.7 |
| Walnut Creek Elementary Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
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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| Catawba Heights Elementary Belmont, NC | 7.6 |
| Efland Cheeks Elementary Efland, NC | 7.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Monroe, NC | 7.6 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops, NC | 7.6 |
| Grover Elementary Grover, NC | 7.6 |
| J B Page Primary School Belmont, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southeast Raleigh Elementary
What grades does Southeast Raleigh Elementary serve?
Southeast Raleigh Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Southeast Raleigh Elementary?
Southeast Raleigh Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southeast Raleigh Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southeast Raleigh Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southeast Raleigh Elementary rank in NC?
Southeast Raleigh Elementary ranks #682 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Southeast Raleigh Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southeast Raleigh Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Southeast Raleigh Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southeast Raleigh Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2025).
Is Southeast Raleigh Elementary a charter school?
No, Southeast Raleigh Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southeast Raleigh Elementary a Title I school?
No, Southeast Raleigh Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southeast Raleigh Elementary?
99.3% of students at Southeast Raleigh 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (919) 694-8444
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #86 of 194
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