Serving 450 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 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
The Exploris School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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 0.53, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#733 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
14%
25%
White
66%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
450 students attend The Exploris School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of The Exploris School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Exploris School?
The Exploris School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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.
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