Serving 767 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wesley 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 89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesley 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
Wesley Chapel Elementary School's student population of 767 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
767 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wesley 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 Wesley Chapel 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
#83 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
4%
Hispanic
11%
21%
Black
7%
25%
White
57%
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
12%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wesley Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Wesley Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weddington Elementary School, Antioch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wesley Chapel Elementary School?
767 students attend Wesley Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Wesley Chapel Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wesley Chapel Elementary School?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wesley Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Wesley Chapel Elementary School part of?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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