Partnership Elementary

Summary:

Partnership Elementary is a public magnet elementary school in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving 268 students from kindergarten to 5th grade. This school stands out for its consistently high academic performance, with students scoring significantly above state and district averages in Mathematics, Reading, and Science.

Partnership Elementary's diverse student population, with a racial makeup of 47.39% White, 21.27% African American, 26.12% Hispanic, 1.49% Asian, and 3.36% two or more races, is a notable strength. The school's African American and White students rank among the top 5-10% of elementary schools in North Carolina, while Hispanic and low socioeconomic status students also perform well, ranking in the top 50% statewide. This commitment to equity and inclusion is reflected in the school's steadily improving statewide ranking, rising from 923 out of 1,473 elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 205 out of 1,505 in 2023-2024.

While Partnership Elementary outperforms many of the nearby schools, such as Powell Elementary, Washington Elementary, and Olds Elementary, the surrounding schools in the Wake County Schools district also have strong academic performance, particularly in core subjects. This suggests that families in the Raleigh area have access to a range of quality educational options, which can be beneficial for student learning and growth.


Detail:

Public, Magnet K-5

 601 Devereux Street
       Raleigh, NC  27605


(919) 856-8200

District: Wake County Schools

SchoolDigger Rank:
205th of 1,505 North Carolina Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,073 Help


Students who attend Partnership Elementary usually attend:

Middle:    Moore Square Middle
High:    Southeast Raleigh High
    Wake Early College of Health and Science
    Wake STEM Early College High School
    Wake Young Men's Leadership Academy
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Student/teacher ratio:  9.6 Help
Number of students:  268

Racial breakdown:

White:
47.4%
Hispanic:
26.1%
African American:
21.3%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  35.1% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Partnership Elementary ranks better than 86.4% of elementary schools in North Carolina. It also ranks 33rd among 115 ranked elementary schools in the Wake County Schools District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 82.98. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Partnership Elementary is diverse. Racial makeup is: White (47.4%), Hispanic (26.1%), African American (21.3%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 35.1% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Partnership Elementary is 9.6, which is the 5th best among 115 elementary schools in the Wake County Schools District. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Partnership Elementary is $12,073, which is the 10th highest among 115 elementary schools in the Wake County Schools District.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Partnership Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Partnership Elementary 205th of 1505 North Carolina public elementary schools. (See Partnership Elementary in the ranking list.)

Elementary School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Wake County Schools:

SchoolDigger ranks Wake County Schools 59th of 242 North Carolina school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Partnership Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 62.28 494th 1276 61.3%
2007 66.67 410th 1293 68.3%
2008 49.52 725th 1324 45.2%
2009 59.77 610th 1354 54.9%
2010 55.63 689th 1363 49.4%
2011 50.16 791st 1381 42.7%
2012 45.48 834th 1388 39.9%
2013 57.67 557th 1403 60.3%
2014 52.15 666th 1390 52.1%
2015 58.24 599th 1440 58.4%
2016 46.22 810th 1425 43.2%
2017 34.44 1012th 1429 29.2%
2018 38.98 937th 1434 34.7%
2019 39.63 923rd 1473 37.3%
2021 52.79 670th 1489 55.0%
2022 71.52 381st 1514 74.8%
2023 79.65 245th 1502 83.7%
2024 82.98 205th 1505 86.4%
See the entire list of North Carolina Elementary School Rankings!

Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.69 1120th 1332 15.9%
2019 43.20 829th 1361 39.1%
2021 49.73 592nd 1329 55.5%
2022 55.00 567th 1366 58.5%
2023 66.27 389th 1437 72.9%
2024 70.47 314th 1450 78.3%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 38.93 946th 1405 32.7%
2019 39.50 917th 1424 35.6%
2021 56.33 584th 1440 59.4%
2022 75.51 294th 1458 79.8%
2023 75.57 282nd 1459 80.7%
2024 81.63 198th 1455 86.4%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Disabled students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 32.97 633rd 878 27.9%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 52.67 311th 494 37.0%
2022 70.21 14th 500 97.2%
2023 64.00 201st 582 65.5%
2024 59.68 317th 669 52.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.93 903rd 1413 36.1%
2019 38.57 945th 1430 33.9%
2021 46.75 737th 1444 49.0%
2022 60.87 552nd 1464 62.3%
2023 80.79 214th 1461 85.4%
2024 80.72 219th 1464 85.0%
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Rank History for African American students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.81 600th 927 35.3%
2019 42.62 559th 949 41.1%
2021 54.19 297th 896 66.9%
2022 77.19 121st 927 86.9%
2023 80.61 106th 933 88.6%
2024 86.96 57th 924 93.8%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for African American Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 15.12 828th 865 4.3%
2021 19.53 758th 843 10.1%
2022 45.56 470th 893 47.4%
2023 38.62 587th 915 35.8%
2024 51.17 440th 951 53.7%
See the entire list of Best North Carolina Elementary Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Partnership Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NC State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.43 571st 1178 51.5%
2019 49.67 615th 1183 48.0%
2021 68.25 333rd 1172 71.6%
2022 77.46 226th 1194 81.1%
2023 79.11 195th 1183 83.5%
2024 90.37 52nd 1166 95.5%
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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.

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Data source: North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 4.4)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, November 21, 2019

Open Quote My twins are in second grade and have been there since kindergarten. Each year, the kids have had incredibly caring teachers, excelled academically, and enjoyed the small, intimate setting this school brings. Parents, teachers and students all know each other, and I love the level of parental involvement I see from the others. Also, this school feeds into a great middle and high school. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, November 20, 2018

Open Quote I don't know who rates schools on school digger, but please check the school before you listen to school digger. Partnership is an excellent small school with a wonderful community. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, July 20, 2018

Open Quote We love PME! We have two children attending. It's a small school but a great community of staff and families. I like how the school encourages student to participate in the community. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, August 4, 2017

Open Quote small school with a big heart. This school has a great sense of community. we love it. Close Quote


by a parent on FaceBook
Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Open Quote We have spent 5 years at Partnership and we have been extremely happy with the staff and the teaching model. We have our 2nd child there now and look forward to being there 5 more years! Close Quote


by a parent on FaceBook
Monday, December 26, 2011

Open Quote Partnership is a school that has some great teachers but the facilities of the school are not great. Library is very small and the playground is tiny. The requirement that you volunteer for 4 hours a month can be hard but we were ready to do it. We have not had the best experience with this school and will be taking our daughter out Close Quote



Enrollment information for Partnership Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1999 113 11 4 0 0 n/a n/a 0 128
2000 164 25 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 196
2001 185 59 4 2 1 n/a n/a 0 251
2002 208 98 5 6 2 n/a n/a 0 319
2003 208 98 5 6 2 n/a n/a 0 319
2004 194 109 4 8 2 n/a n/a 0 317
2005 168 134 2 5 2 n/a n/a 0 311
2006 161 138 2 3 2 n/a n/a 0 306
2007 176 108 6 2 0 n/a n/a 20 312
2008 168 117 10 15 1 n/a n/a 18 329
2009 180 132 6 14 1 n/a n/a 0 333
2010 169 119 7 28 1 n/a n/a 0 324
2011 171 97 9 35 3 0 22 0 337
2012 176 87 9 45 3 0 20 0 340
2013 164 96 6 26 3 0 17 0 312
2014 149 99 4 31 1 0 24 0 308
2015 130 101 6 38 1 0 16 0 292
2016 133 106 9 46 1 0 15 0 310
2017 135 94 6 52 0 0 10 0 297
2018 141 101 8 58 0 0 16 0 324
2019 125 92 8 67 0 0 17 0 309
2020 128 84 8 69 0 0 13 0 302
2021 143 74 7 75 0 1 13 0 313
2022 138 70 5 67 0 1 9 0 290
2023 127 57 4 70 0 1 9 0 268

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

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Partnership Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 128 8.0 16.0 n/a
2000 196 8.0 24.5 19.9
2001 251 17.0 14.8 18.3
2002 319 23.0 13.9 17.6
2003 319 23.0 13.9 17.6
2004 317 23.0 13.8 18
2005 311 25.0 12.4 19.3
2006 306 26.0 11.8 20.3
2007 312 n/a n/a 20.2
2008 329 25.6 12.9 n/a
2009 333 27.5 12.1 n/a
2010 324 25.3 12.8 25.6
2011 337 25.4 13.2 26.7
2012 340 25.8 13.1 28.8
2013 312 25.2 12.3 27.2
2014 308 24.0 12.8 28.2
2015 292 24.0 12.1 34.9
2016 310 24.0 12.9 38.1
2017 297 23.9 12.4 43.4
2018 324 26.6 12.1 30.9
2019 309 27.7 11.1 35.9
2020 302 26.4 11.4 28.8
2021 313 26.6 11.7 25.6
2022 290 29.3 9.8 20
2023 268 27.6 9.6 35.1

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 Partnership Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1999 128 8.0 16.0 n/a
2000 196 8.0 24.5 19.9
2001 251 17.0 14.8 18.3
2002 319 23.0 13.9 17.6
2003 319 23.0 13.9 17.6
2004 317 23.0 13.8 18
2005 311 25.0 12.4 19.3
2006 306 26.0 11.8 20.3
2007 312 n/a n/a 20.2
2008 329 25.6 12.9 n/a
2009 333 27.5 12.1 n/a
2010 324 25.3 12.8 25.6
2011 337 25.4 13.2 26.7
2012 340 25.8 13.1 28.8
2013 312 25.2 12.3 27.2
2014 308 24.0 12.8 28.2
2015 292 24.0 12.1 34.9
2016 310 24.0 12.9 38.1
2017 297 23.9 12.4 43.4
2018 324 26.6 12.1 30.9
2019 309 27.7 11.1 35.9
2020 302 26.4 11.4 28.8
2021 313 26.6 11.7 25.6
2022 290 29.3 9.8 20
2023 268 27.6 9.6 35.1

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.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Partnership Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $582 (4.8%) $11,491 (95.2%) $12,073

Data source: North Carolina Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Partnership Elementary

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 923rd of 1473 Elementary schoolsRanks 245th of 1502 Elementary schools
 46.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Partnership Elementary)66.177.5
 11.4%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Wake County Schools)69.467.4
 2%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)64.361.1
 3.2%
3rd Grade Reading (Partnership Elementary)57.172.5
 15.4%
   3rd Grade Reading (Wake County Schools)6658.7
 7.3%
   3rd Grade Reading (North Carolina)56.848
 8.8%
4th Grade Mathematics (Partnership Elementary)66.764.6
 2.1%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Wake County Schools)6565
   4th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
4th Grade Reading (Partnership Elementary)64.370.8
 6.5%
   4th Grade Reading (Wake County Schools)63.265.7
 2.5%
   4th Grade Reading (North Carolina)57.355.3
 2%
5th Grade Mathematics (Partnership Elementary)42.963.5
 20.6%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Wake County Schools)6665.6
 0.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (North Carolina)60.255.9
 4.3%
5th Grade Reading (Partnership Elementary)39.359.6
 20.3%
   5th Grade Reading (Wake County Schools)60.659.1
 1.5%
   5th Grade Reading (North Carolina)54.648
 6.6%
5th Grade Science (Partnership Elementary)38.280.8
 42.6%
   5th Grade Science (Wake County Schools)71.370.6
 0.7%
   5th Grade Science (North Carolina)72.665.3
 7.3%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students309268
 13.3%
African American9257
 38%
American Indian00
Asian84
 50%
Hispanic6770
 4.5%
Pacific Islander01
White125127
 1.6%
Two or More Races179
 47.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients35.9%35.1%
 0.8%


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Partnership Elementary ranks 205th of 1505 North Carolina elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Students at Partnership Elementary are 47% White, 26% Hispanic, 21% African American, 3% Two or more races, 1% Asian.

In the 2022-23 school year, 268 students attended Partnership Elementary.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the North Carolina Dept of Public Instruction.

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