Serving 798 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cedar Fork Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (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 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 798 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cedar Fork 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
Cedar Fork Elementary School's student population of 798 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
798 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Cedar Fork Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cedar Fork 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
#98 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
4%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
16%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Cedar Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Cedar Fork Elementary School is ranked #98 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Cedar Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Cedar Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sterling Montessori Academy, Morrisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cedar Fork Elementary School?
798 students attend Cedar Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Cedar Fork Elementary School students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cedar Fork Elementary School?
Cedar Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cedar Fork Elementary School offer ?
Cedar Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cedar Fork Elementary School part of?
Cedar Fork Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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