The Exploris School

401 Hillsborough St.
Raleigh, NC 27603
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 447 students in grades Kindergarten-8, The Exploris School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 447 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 30% in NC
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

The Exploris School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The Exploris School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
447 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

The Exploris School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Exploris School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#733 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
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54%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of The Exploris School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
68%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of The Exploris School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
80-84%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of The Exploris School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
3%
4%
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Hispanic
7%
20%
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Black
14%
25%
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White
68%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in The Exploris School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Carolina.
0.51
This chart displays the diversity score of The Exploris School and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
57%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in The Exploris School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Exploris School's ranking?
The Exploris School is ranked #733 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend The Exploris School?
447 students attend The Exploris School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of The Exploris School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Exploris School?
The Exploris School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does The Exploris School offer ?
The Exploris School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is The Exploris School part of?
The Exploris School is part of The Exploris School District.
In what neighborhood is The Exploris School located?
The Exploris School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 12 other public schools located in Downtown.

School Reviews

5   1/24/2014
Overall there are a lot of positive things about this school. In 6th and 7th grade they did a lot of off campus activities although it seemed like they did less and less each year. It was difficult because the director changed while we were there and we got to see how the school was run under both directors and we much preferred Kevin, who has now retired. I am not so sure the new direction of the school is that positive. There is much less flexibility in choices and decisions since the new director and I feel that flexibility is always needed as no situation is ever black or white. The teachers are good overall, some are better than others but I wouldn't classify the majority as phenomenal. The concept behind the school is great with all the off sight activities and hands on learning but sometimes they spend too much time on projects that are too narrow when I would rather see the students learn about broader issues. I would still recommend the school based on my experience for my son in the 6th grade, I am reserved about how the future will unfold with the new direction, especially if Exploris takes on too much by going K-8.
- Posted by Parent - lmgre

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 447 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 32%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 54% (Top 50%)
  • : 68% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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