Serving 604 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Carpenter Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 76% 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: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Carpenter Elementary serves the west part of Cary, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most families are typically within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.3 miles from the school.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carpenter Elementary School's student population of 604 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
604 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carpenter 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 Carpenter Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#300 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)76%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
43%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Chameleon
Source: 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 #300 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Carpenter Elementary School?
604 students attend Carpenter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Carpenter Elementary School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carpenter Elementary School offer ?
Carpenter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carpenter Elementary School part of?
Carpenter Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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