Serving 742 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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ballentine Elementary serves the southwest part of Fuquay Varina, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone reaching 8.3 miles away.
- 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 742 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
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 0.57, 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
#482 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-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 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?
742 students attend Ballentine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ballentine Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballentine Elementary School?
Ballentine Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, 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.
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