Serving 535 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Garner 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 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Garner Elementary serves the southeast part of Garner, NC, covering an area of approximately 17 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being around 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Garner Elementary School's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
East Garner 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 East Garner Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1983 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
33%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
50%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
8%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Garner Elementary School's ranking?
East Garner Elementary School is ranked #1983 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Garner Elementary School often compared to?
East Garner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creech Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Garner Elementary School?
535 students attend East Garner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of East Garner Elementary School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Garner Elementary School?
East Garner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Garner Elementary School offer ?
East Garner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Garner Elementary School part of?
East Garner Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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