Combs Elementary

2001 Lorimer Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606

combses.wcpss.net/

695 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Combs Elementary, located in the West Raleigh area, is a vibrant part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). The school is highly regarded for its commitment to fostering a nurturing environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. Serving a diverse community, Combs focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in critical thinking and collaborative learning to prepare for their future educational journeys.

Beyond the standard curriculum, the school is known for its strong community involvement and active parent-teacher association, which helps enrich the student experience through various extracurricular opportunities. By leveraging its location in the Raleigh area, Combs Elementary aims to provide a well-rounded education that integrates traditional instruction with modern learning practices. The school’s dedication to maintaining high standards and supporting the unique needs of every learner makes it a focal point for families in the local community.

695

Total Students

51.1

Full-Time Teachers

13.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

41.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Combs Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	304
Hispanic	117
Black	157
Asian	86
Two or More	29
American Indian	2

White
304 (43.7%)
Black
157 (22.6%)
Hispanic
117 (16.8%)
Asian
86 (12.4%)
Two or More
29 (4.2%)
American Indian
2 (0.3%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)233-4300
Website:	http://combses.wcpss.net/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	695
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	274
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 15

Kindergarten 122

Grade 1 114

Grade 2 115

Grade 3 113

Grade 4 104

Grade 5 112

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Combs Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	15
Kindergarten	122
Grade 1	114
Grade 2	115
Grade 3	113
Grade 4	104
Grade 5	112

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Combs Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	330	47.5%
Male	365	52.5%

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