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#1318 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 50% in state
Walnut Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
2600 Sunnybrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
520
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,318 of 2,648
In Raleigh
#59 of 98
public schools
In district
#130 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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About Walnut Creek Elementary
Walnut Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Raleigh, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Walnut Creek Elementary serves approximately 520 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Walnut Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,318 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Walnut Creek Elementary show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Walnut Creek 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.
37% of students at Walnut Creek 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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Walnut Creek Elementary — Students at Walnut Creek Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Walnut Creek Elementary Compares
See how Walnut Creek 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
2600 Sunnybrook Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walnut Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hunter Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Raleigh, see our Raleigh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PreEminent Charter Raleigh | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| WORD OF GOD FELLOWSHIP Raleigh | 0.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Bugg Elementary Raleigh | 1.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Central Wake High School Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Southeast Raleigh Elementary Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter Raleigh | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Poe Elementary Raleigh | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Creech Road Elementary Garner | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| SURE PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.2 mi | — |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| East Garner Elementary Garner | 2.6 mi | 5.7 |
| North Garner Middle Garner | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Wake Early College of Health and Science Raleigh | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Barwell Road Elementary Raleigh | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Enloe High Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Carnage Middle Raleigh | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| East Garner Middle Garner | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Hunter Elementary Raleigh | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blackburn Elementary Newton, NC | 6.4 |
| Briarwood Academy Charlotte, NC | 6.4 |
| Lakeshore Elementary Mooresville, NC | 6.4 |
| Lansdowne Elementary Charlotte, NC | 6.4 |
| Lillington-Shawtown Elementary Lillington, NC | 6.4 |
| M B Hubbard Elementary Battleboro, NC | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walnut Creek Elementary
What grades does Walnut Creek Elementary serve?
Walnut Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Walnut Creek Elementary?
Walnut Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 520 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walnut Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Walnut Creek Elementary is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Walnut Creek Elementary rank in NC?
Walnut Creek Elementary ranks #1,318 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Walnut Creek Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Walnut Creek Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Walnut Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walnut Creek Elementary has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Walnut Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Walnut Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walnut Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Walnut Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walnut Creek Elementary?
99.4% of students at Walnut Creek 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
- 520
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.7%
- Phone
- (919) 857-9500
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #130 of 194
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