MOUNT VERNON

Mount Vernon is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Raleigh, NC with about 99 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Mount Vernon has a student/teacher ratio of about 3:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mount Vernon Middle School, located on Chapel Hill Road in Raleigh, is a specialized magnet school within the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). Unlike traditional neighborhood middle schools, Mount Vernon operates on an "optional" enrollment model, specifically designed to serve students who thrive in a smaller, highly personalized learning environment. The school is known for its intimate community feel, which allows teachers to build strong, individualized relationships with students and provide a more focused academic experience.

The school’s curriculum emphasizes project-based learning and collaborative instruction, aiming to foster critical thinking and student engagement. Because of its smaller student body, Mount Vernon is often a preferred choice for families looking for an alternative to larger, comprehensive middle schools, as it provides a structured yet flexible setting that supports both academic growth and social-emotional development. Prospective families are generally required to participate in an application or lottery process through the Wake County magnet program to secure a seat at the school.

For more information, contact Mount Vernon at (919) 233-4313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.