Doral Academy of North Carolina

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Doral Academy of North Carolina ranks 186 th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Doral Academy of North Carolina is a public charter elementary school in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving 333 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. This high-performing school consistently outpaces the state average in academic proficiency, with particularly strong results for its diverse student population.

Doral Academy's academic excellence is evident across all grade levels and subject areas. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school's 3rd-grade Mathematics proficiency rate was 87.5%, compared to the state average of 62.7%. Similarly, the 5th-grade Science proficiency rate was 81.3%, significantly higher than the state average of 66.2%. The school's exceptional performance extends to its African American, Hispanic, and low-socioeconomic status (SES) students, who rank in the top 5%, top 10%, and top 10% of North Carolina elementary schools, respectively.

Doral Academy's diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 26.43% White, 34.23% African American, 21.62% Hispanic, 2.7% Asian, and 14.11% two or more races, is a key differentiating factor compared to many nearby schools in the Wake County Schools district, which tend to have more homogeneous student bodies. This diversity, combined with Doral Academy's consistently high academic performance and low student-teacher ratio of 13.6, make it a standout choice for parents in the Raleigh area, especially when compared to nearby schools like Rogers Lane Elementary, which struggles to meet state benchmarks.

Detail:

Public, Charter K-5

7001 Destiny Drive
Raleigh, NC 27604

(919) 874-1001

District: Doral Academy North Carolina

SchoolDigger Rank:
186^th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Student/teacher ratio: 13.6

Number of students: 333

Racial breakdown:

African American:

34.2%

White:

26.4%

Hispanic:

21.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 32.1%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Doral Academy of North Carolina ranks better than 87.6% of elementary schools in North Carolina. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 84.12. (See more...)

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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Doral Academy of North Carolina:

SchoolDigger ranks Doral Academy of North Carolina 186^th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Doral Academy of North Carolina in the ranking list.)

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Doral Academy North Carolina:

SchoolDigger ranks Doral Academy North Carolina 19^th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	74.06	341^st	1502	77.3%
2024	84.12	186^th	1505	87.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	79.86	161^st	1437	88.8%
2024	82.40	127^th	1450	91.2%

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Rank History for Female students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	65.50	466^th	1459	68.1%
2024	82.02	189^th	1455	87.0%

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Rank History for Male students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	75.24	293^rd	1461	79.9%
2024	83.00	188^th	1464	87.2%

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Rank History for African American students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	71.15	191^st	933	79.5%
2024	86.78	58^th	924	93.7%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2024	85.81	77^th	951	91.9%

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Rank History for White students at Doral Academy of North Carolina

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NC State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	70.71	312^th	1183	73.6%
2024	72.72	288^th	1166	75.3%

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Data source: test scores: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

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by a parent
Wednesday, January 12, 2022

This school advertises STEAM but only stages these photos for show. The administration is more worried about looks than providing a quality education. They are in over their heads and do not provide an equal opportunity school for children with special needs or from different backgrounds. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Doral Academy of North Carolina

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
2022	79	67	1	33	2	0	16	0	198
2023	88	114	9	72	2	1	47	0	333

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Doral Academy of North Carolina

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	198	16.1	12.2	n/a
2023	333	24.3	13.6	32.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Doral Academy of North Carolina

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	198	16.1	12.2	n/a
2023	333	24.3	13.6	32.1

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				EOG Mathematics (2024)			EOG Reading (2024)			EOG Science (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	EOG Mathematics 3rd Grade	EOG Mathematics 4th Grade	EOG Mathematics 5th Grade	EOG Reading 3rd Grade	EOG Reading 4th Grade	EOG Reading 5th Grade	EOG Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Doral Academy of North Carolina	Public, Charter	K-5	7001 Destiny Drive	Raleigh	27604	Wake County	Doral Academy North Carolina	Yes	No	No	No	(919) 874-1001	333	24	13.6	32.1%	88 (26.4%)	114 (34.2%)	72 (21.6%)	9 (2.7%)	2 (0.6%)	1 (0.3%)	47 (14.1%)	84.1	186^th of 1505 public elementary schools	87.6%		74.1	341^st of 1502 public elementary schools	77.3%	155	87.5	62.5	75.0	58.3	75.0	77.1	81.3
Beaverdam Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	3591 Tarheel Club Rd	Raleigh	27604	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(919) 694-0222	704	45	15.8	74.9%	68 (9.7%)	272 (38.6%)	304 (43.2%)	21 (3.0%)	1 (0.1%)	2 (0.3%)	36 (5.1%)	32.3	1061^st of 1505 public elementary schools	29.5%		12.4	1378^th of 1502 public elementary schools	8.3%	317	47.3	47.0	53.9	31.2	42.6	38.2	63.4	$9,703	$1,189	$8,514
Wilburn Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	3707 Marsh Creek Rd	Raleigh	27604	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(919) 850-8738	608	40	15.2	86.0%	62 (10.2%)	173 (28.5%)	302 (49.7%)	41 (6.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	30 (4.9%)	7.3	1456^th of 1505 public elementary schools	3.3%		22.9	1211^th of 1502 public elementary schools	19.4%	245	30.8	28.7	25.9	24.8	22.8	28.7	38.0	$11,065	$1,603	$9,462
River Bend Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	6710 Perry Creek Road	Raleigh	27616	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(919) 431-8010	706	52	13.7	68.4%	103 (14.6%)	311 (44.1%)	190 (26.9%)	62 (8.8%)	3 (0.4%)	2 (0.3%)	35 (5.0%)	46.8	804^th of 1505 public elementary schools	46.6%		39.2	951^st of 1502 public elementary schools	36.7%	147	68.6	43.1	50.8	43.2	56.9	49.2	59.8	$9,613	$1,278	$8,335
Forestville Road Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	100 Lawson Ridge Road	Knightdale	27545	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(919) 266-8487	494	44	11.3	79.1%	82 (16.6%)	187 (37.9%)	188 (38.1%)	11 (2.2%)	5 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	21 (4.3%)	39.9	935^th of 1505 public elementary schools	37.9%		39.9	935^th of 1502 public elementary schools	37.7%		32.9	58.8	58.1	24.1	45.9	52.3	66.3	$11,324	$1,232	$10,091
Lockhart Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	1320 N Smithfield Rd	Knightdale	27545	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(919) 266-8525	459	40	11.4	74.5%	101 (22.0%)	185 (40.3%)	148 (32.2%)	9 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (3.5%)	38.7	959^th of 1505 public elementary schools	36.3%		26.6	1147^th of 1502 public elementary schools	23.6%	188	54.7	36.3	63.9	44.0	36.3	43.1	70.8	$10,297	$790	$9,507
Harris Creek Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	3829 Forestville Road	Raleigh	27616	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	No	(919) 217-5100	852	62	13.8	46.6%	259 (30.4%)	305 (35.8%)	177 (20.8%)	54 (6.3%)	3 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	54 (6.3%)	48.1	780^th of 1505 public elementary schools	48.2%		50.9	752^nd of 1502 public elementary schools	49.9%	28	59.7	53.4	53.2	52.3	51.4	48.9	57.4	$9,484	$502	$8,982
Fox Road Elementary	Public, Magnet	K-5	7101 Fox Rd	Raleigh	27616	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	Yes	No	Yes	(919) 850-8845	449	39	11.4	72.2%	69 (15.4%)	190 (42.3%)	150 (33.4%)	23 (5.1%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (3.3%)	19.5	1294^th of 1505 public elementary schools	14.0%		36.6	979^th of 1502 public elementary schools	34.8%	315	23.9	40.3	38.7	29.9	39.0	37.6	52.7	$12,594	$1,648	$10,946
Rogers Lane Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	201 North Rogers Lane	Raleigh	27610	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(919) 694-8670	746	57	13.0	85.5%	55 (7.4%)	355 (47.6%)	302 (40.5%)	19 (2.5%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.3%)	13 (1.7%)	8.3	1440^th of 1505 public elementary schools	4.3%		12	1388^th of 1502 public elementary schools	7.6%	52	23.6	29.5	26.9	22.0	29.5	28.4	43.3	$10,012	$1,194	$8,817
Hodge Road Elementary	Public, Magnet	PK, KG-5	2128 Mingo Bluff Boulevard	Knightdale	27545	Wake County	Wake County Schools	No	Yes	No	Yes	(919) 266-8599	520	42	12.3	70.0%	81 (15.6%)	121 (23.3%)	276 (53.1%)	16 (3.1%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	25 (4.8%)	35.2	1011^th of 1505 public elementary schools	32.8%		39.9	934^th of 1502 public elementary schools	37.8%	77	47.6	45.8	60.0	37.8	47.0	40.0	58.6	$10,873	$1,488	$9,385

Frequently Asked Questions about Doral Academy of North Carolina

What is the racial makeup of Doral Academy of North Carolina?

Students at Doral Academy of North Carolina are 34% African American, 26% White, 22% Hispanic, 14% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

Is Doral Academy of North Carolina a good school?

Doral Academy of North Carolina ranks 186^th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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How many students attend Doral Academy of North Carolina?

In the 2022-23 school year, 333 students attended Doral Academy of North Carolina.

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