Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, South Lakes 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 46% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Lakes Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lakes 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
#907 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
16%
25%
White
62%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
South Lakes Elementary School is ranked #907 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are South Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
South Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willow Springs Elementary School, Fuquay-varina Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend South Lakes Elementary School?
673 students attend South Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of South Lakes Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lakes Elementary School?
South Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does South Lakes Elementary School offer ?
South Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Lakes Elementary School part of?
South Lakes Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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