The Exploris School vs Washington Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in North Carolina, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Exploris School
Raleigh · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
448 students
Washington Elementary
Raleigh · Public elementary · Grades K–5
514 students
| Measure | The Exploris School Raleigh, North Carolina | Washington Elementary Raleigh, North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #46 of 1,457 | #116 of 1,457 |
| National rank | #4738 of 50,301 | #9215 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 448 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 448 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 28.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 59% |
| city | Raleigh | Raleigh |
| state | North Carolina | North Carolina |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Exploris School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.5 vs 73.1).
- •Washington Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 58%).
- •The Exploris School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 60%).
- •The Exploris School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.9).
- •Washington Elementary is the larger school with 514 students compared with 448.
- •The Exploris School is a charter school while Washington Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Exploris School better than Washington Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), The Exploris School ranks higher (80.5 vs 73.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are The Exploris School and Washington Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Raleigh and Raleigh in North Carolina.
Which has the better Enrollment?
The Exploris School: 448. Washington Elementary: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do The Exploris School and Washington Elementary rank in North Carolina?
The Exploris School is 46th of 1,457 and Washington Elementary is 116th of 1,457 among elementary schools in North Carolina on the 2025 Success Index (US).