Serving 630 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Apex Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Apex Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Apex Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Apex Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#578 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Apex Elementary School's ranking?
Apex Elementary School is ranked #578 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Apex Elementary School?
630 students attend Apex Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Apex Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Apex Elementary School?
Apex Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Apex Elementary School offer ?
Apex Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Apex Elementary School part of?
Apex Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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