Serving 484 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School's student population of 484 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2371 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
71%
24%
White
2%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School's ranking?
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School is ranked #2371 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School often compared to?
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Preeminent Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School?
484 students attend Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School?
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School offer ?
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School part of?
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School is part of RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School located?
Rise Southeast Raleigh Charter School is located in the Southeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 10 other public schools located in Southeast Raleigh.
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