Serving 428 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Lake Preparatory Academy 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lake Preparatory Academy's student population of 428 students has grown by 135% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lake Preparatory Academy 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 West Lake Preparatory Academy is 0.52, 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
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
11%
25%
White
67%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 West Lake Preparatory Academy's ranking?
West Lake Preparatory Academy is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Lake Preparatory Academy?
428 students attend West Lake Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Lake Preparatory Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lake Preparatory Academy?
West Lake Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lake Preparatory Academy offer ?
West Lake Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is West Lake Preparatory Academy part of?
West Lake Preparatory Academy is part of West Lake Preparatory Academy School District.
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