Summary:
The 27616 zip code area of Raleigh, North Carolina is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 2 middle schools, all part of the Wake County Schools district. While the district is ranked 59th out of 242 in North Carolina, the schools in this area face some challenges, with several consistently underperforming on state assessments.
Harris Creek Elementary stands out as the top-performing school in the area, ranking in the top 50% of North Carolina elementary schools. It has relatively strong test scores, with 3rd-5th grade proficiency rates often exceeding the Wake County and North Carolina averages. In contrast, Wildwood Forest Elementary and Fox Road Elementary stand out as the lowest performing schools, with test scores well below the district and state averages.
The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with high percentages of minority and economically disadvantaged students. This is reflected in the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility, ranging from 46.6% at Harris Creek Elementary to 85.09% at Wildwood Forest Elementary. While the two magnet schools, East Millbrook Middle and Fox Road Elementary, have higher per-student spending, their academic performance is lower than the other schools in the area, suggesting that the magnet designation alone does not guarantee better outcomes.
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