Combs Elementary

2001 LORIMER RD RALEIGH NC 27606

About Combs Elementary

Combs Elementary School is among the highest achievers of Elementary Schools in North Carolina , both academically and innovation in programs or practices. With approximately 635 students and a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 Combs Elementary consistently performs higher than the state averages with a 66% proficiency in math and a 63% proficiency in reading. Combs has a good PTA and community engagement to assist with student support and extracurricular opportunities. Families believe that Combs provides a great community that is caring, intentional and committed to the academic and personal success of each child. In regard to student performance and as an educational provider of leadership, Combs Elementary is an exemplary of an Elementary School in North Carolina.

Contact Information

Address

2001 LORIMER RD RALEIGH NC 27606

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Phone

(919) 233-4300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 48%
Reading 48%
State average proficiency is 48% in Math and 48% in Reading.
47
Full-time Teachers
622
Total Students
$50804
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 116 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Combs Elementary

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

School Ratings

Ranked

116

of 196 in North Carolina

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:15 AM - 3:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 43.4%
Asian 10.8%
Hispanic 15.9%
Black 24.1%
Two+ Races 5.5%
Native Am. 0.3%
White
43.4%
Asian
10.8%
Hispanic
15.9%
Black
24.1%
Two+ Races
5.5%
Native Am.
0.3%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 622
45.7%
284 Female
54.3%
338 Male

Student Population

622 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12.37589 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Combs Elementary in Raleigh, North Carolina is promoting the A.B. Combs PTA's effort to recruit volunteers for the 2024–2025 school year.

FAQ

Q1: What do kids learn at Combs Elementary?

A: Combs Elementary reading, math, science, and social studies based on North Carolina's rules. Combs Elementary also have art, STEM stuff, and lessons about different cultures.

Q2: Are the teachers good at Combs Elementary?

A: Yes, they know their stuff, care about the kids, and really want everyone to do well in school and grow as people.

Q3: What fun stuff can kids do after class?

A: There are clubs, art stuff, music groups, and sports teams where kids can learn to work as a team and be creative.

Q4: Can my kid stay at school before or after regular hours?

A: Yes, Combs Elementary programs with fun activities, people to watch the kids, and help with homework if you need to drop off or pick up your child outside normal school hours.

Q5: Does the school have buses?

A: Yes, kids who are eligible can ride the bus, so they get to school and back safely.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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