Serving 390 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Underwood Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Underwood Elementary School's student population of 390 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Underwood Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Underwood Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#224 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
17%
25%
White
58%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
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 Underwood Elementary School's ranking?
Underwood Elementary School is ranked #224 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Underwood Elementary School often compared to?
Underwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joyner Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Underwood Elementary School?
390 students attend Underwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Underwood Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Underwood Elementary School?
Underwood Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Underwood Elementary School offer ?
Underwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Underwood Elementary School part of?
Underwood Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Underwood Elementary School located?
Underwood Elementary School is located in the Five Points neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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