Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wakelon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakelon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Wakelon Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakelon Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wakelon Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1757 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
34%
21%
Black
49%
25%
White
12%
43%
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
69%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakelon Elementary School's ranking?
Wakelon Elementary School is ranked #1757 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wakelon Elementary School often compared to?
Wakelon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Wake Academy, Carver Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wakelon Elementary School?
606 students attend Wakelon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Wakelon Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakelon Elementary School?
Wakelon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wakelon Elementary School offer ?
Wakelon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wakelon Elementary School part of?
Wakelon Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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