Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wakefield 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 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wakefield Elementary serves the northeast part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wakefield Elementary School's student population of 520 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Wakefield 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 Wakefield Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#1421 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
31%
24%
White
27%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakefield Elementary School's ranking?
Wakefield Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wakefield Elementary School?
520 students attend Wakefield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Wakefield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wakefield Elementary School?
Wakefield Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wakefield Elementary School offer ?
Wakefield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakefield Elementary School part of?
Wakefield Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Wakefield Elementary School located?
Wakefield Elementary School is located in the North Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 17 other public schools located in North Raleigh.
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