Overview

Banks Road Elementary is a public school in Raleigh, NC, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 121 elementary schools in Wake County School District.

School Rating

Banks Road Elementary is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in North Carolina with the same grade levels.
3/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

10225 Chambers Road
Raleigh, NC 27603
School leader: Ms Sarah Simmons
(919) 890-7333
(919) 890-7328
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