Serving 917 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alston Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Alston Ridge Elementary serves the west part of Cary, NC, encompassing an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alston Ridge 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
Alston Ridge Elementary School's student population of 917 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
917 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Alston Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alston Ridge Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
55%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alston Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Alston Ridge Elementary School is ranked #180 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Alston Ridge Elementary School?
917 students attend Alston Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Alston Ridge Elementary School students are Asian, 19% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alston Ridge Elementary School?
Alston Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Alston Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Alston Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alston Ridge Elementary School part of?
Alston Ridge Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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