Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel Park 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 70% (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 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Park Elementary serves the west part of Apex, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest point in the attendance zone being about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Park 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
Laurel Park Elementary School's student population of 694 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Park 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 Laurel Park Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#388 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)70%
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)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Gators
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Park Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Park Elementary School is ranked #388 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?
70% 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 Laurel Park Elementary School?
694 students attend Laurel Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Laurel Park Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Park Elementary School?
Laurel Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Laurel Park Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laurel Park Elementary School part of?
Laurel Park Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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