Serving 765 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter Ridge 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 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Porter Ridge Elementary serves the northwest part of Indian Trail, NC, covering an area of approximately 12.4 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porter Ridge Elementary School's student population of 765 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Porter Ridge 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 Porter Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1503 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
31%
22%
Black
20%
24%
White
37%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1503 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Porter Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Porter Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky River Elementary School, Poplin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Porter Ridge Elementary School?
765 students attend Porter Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Porter Ridge Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porter Ridge Elementary School?
Porter Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Porter Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Porter Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Porter Ridge Elementary School part of?
Porter Ridge Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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