Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aversboro 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aversboro Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Our Aversboro Owls pledge to: Own my own actions, Work hard every day, Lead by example, and make Safe and respectful choices.
School Rankings
Aversboro 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 Aversboro Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2023 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
37%
22%
Black
33%
24%
White
20%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aversboro Elementary School's ranking?
Aversboro Elementary School is ranked #2023 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Aversboro Elementary School often compared to?
Aversboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rand Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Aversboro Elementary School?
381 students attend Aversboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Aversboro Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aversboro Elementary School?
Aversboro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aversboro Elementary School offer ?
Aversboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aversboro Elementary School part of?
Aversboro Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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