Serving 986 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olive Chapel Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 986 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olive Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Olive Chapel Elementary School's student population of 986 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
986 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olive Chapel Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olive Chapel Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#59 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
4%
Hispanic
8%
21%
Black
5%
25%
White
55%
43%
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
9%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olive Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Olive Chapel Elementary School is ranked #59 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Olive Chapel Elementary School?
986 students attend Olive Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Olive Chapel Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olive Chapel Elementary School?
Olive Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Olive Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Olive Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olive Chapel Elementary School part of?
Olive Chapel Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/7/2006
We love Olive Chapel. Every teacher we have had has exceeded our expectations. Our children have been challenged well beyond the basics and it is a wonderful learning environment.
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