Serving 538 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rolesville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rolesville Elementary serves the northeast part of its school district in Rolesville, NC, covering approximately 20.9 square miles. Most families reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge located 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rolesville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rolesville Elementary School's student population of 538 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rolesville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rolesville Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1100 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-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
35%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rolesville Elementary School's ranking?
Rolesville Elementary School is ranked #1100 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rolesville Elementary School often compared to?
Rolesville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanford Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rolesville Elementary School?
538 students attend Rolesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Rolesville Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rolesville Elementary School?
Rolesville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rolesville Elementary School offer ?
Rolesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rolesville Elementary School part of?
Rolesville Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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