Serving 1,035 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olive Chapel Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Olive Chapel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Olive Chapel Elementary School's student population of 1,035 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Olive Chapel Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Olive Chapel Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#96 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
60%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olive Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Olive Chapel Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Olive Chapel Elementary School?
1,035 students attend Olive Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Olive Chapel Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Olive Chapel Elementary School?
Olive Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Olive Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Olive Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Olive Chapel Elementary School part of?
Olive Chapel Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/7/2006
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