Serving 708 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Ridge Elementary School's student population of 708 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Ridge Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#943 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
24%
25%
White
57%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
North Ridge Elementary School is ranked #943 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
North Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lead Mine Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Ridge Elementary School?
708 students attend North Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Ridge Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Ridge Elementary School?
North Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Ridge Elementary School offer ?
North Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is North Ridge Elementary School part of?
North Ridge Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is North Ridge Elementary School located?
North Ridge Elementary School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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