Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olds 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Olds Elementary serves the west part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with most living within 1.5 miles of its edge and the furthest point being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olds Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Olds Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Olds 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 Olds Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#367 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
17%
24%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolfpack
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olds Elementary School's ranking?
Olds Elementary School is ranked #367 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Olds Elementary School often compared to?
Olds Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lacy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Olds Elementary School?
244 students attend Olds Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Olds Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olds Elementary School?
Olds Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Olds Elementary School offer ?
Olds Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olds Elementary School part of?
Olds Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Olds Elementary School located?
Olds Elementary School is located in the University Park neighborhood of Raleigh, NC.
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