Serving 720 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carpenter Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carpenter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carpenter Elementary School's student population of 720 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carpenter Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carpenter Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
26%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carpenter Elementary School's ranking?
Carpenter Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Carpenter Elementary School?
720 students attend Carpenter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Carpenter Elementary School students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carpenter Elementary School?
Carpenter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carpenter Elementary School offer ?
Carpenter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Carpenter Elementary School part of?
Carpenter Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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