Excellent
#133 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 5% in state
Stough Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
4210 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#133 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#15 of 98
public schools
In district
#27 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Stough Elementary
Stough Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Stough Elementary serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Stough Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Stough Elementary — Students at Stough Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 9.0/10.
How Stough Elementary Compares
See how Stough 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
4210 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stough Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jeffreys Grove Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Root Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lacy Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IRON ACADEMY Raleigh | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| York Elementary Raleigh | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Martin Middle Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Lacy Elementary Raleigh | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| FOLLOW THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Raleigh | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Jeffreys Grove Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Brooks Elementary Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Oberlin Middle Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lynn Road Elementary Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Root Elementary Raleigh | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| DYNAMIC OPPORTUNITIES Raleigh | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Hilburn Drive Academy Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Olds Elementary Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 7.8 |
| AN-NOOR SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 8.6 |
| AL-IMAN SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 7.4 |
| ST TIMOTHYS SCHOOL Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL Raleigh | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Carroll Middle Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RALEIGH Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Sanderson High Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27612 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,565
Median Home Value
$481,500
Median Rent
$1,544/mo
Population
40,475
College Educated
65.7%
Homeownership
53.8%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Baucom Elementary Apex, NC | 8.8 |
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| Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh, NC | 8.8 |
| Fairview Elementary Fairview, NC | 8.8 |
| Hillsborough Elementary Hillsborough, NC | 8.8 |
| Masonboro Elementary Wilmington, NC | 8.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stough Elementary
What grades does Stough Elementary serve?
Stough Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Stough Elementary?
Stough Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stough Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stough Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stough Elementary rank in NC?
Stough Elementary ranks #133 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Stough Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stough Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Stough Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stough Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Stough Elementary a charter school?
No, Stough Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stough Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stough Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stough Elementary?
30.6% of students at Stough 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
- 540
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (919) 881-4950
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #27 of 194
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