Serving 711 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ballentine Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 711 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballentine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ballentine Elementary School's student population of 711 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
711 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Ballentine Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballentine Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#482 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
21%
21%
Black
8%
25%
White
64%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ballentine Elementary School's ranking?
Ballentine Elementary School is ranked #482 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Ballentine Elementary School often compared to?
Ballentine Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert Akins Rd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Ballentine Elementary School?
711 students attend Ballentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ballentine Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballentine Elementary School?
Ballentine Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballentine Elementary School offer ?
Ballentine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ballentine Elementary School part of?
Ballentine Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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