Serving 730 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Weatherstone Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Weatherstone Elementary serves the west part of Cary, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.6 square miles, with most students living within a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.6 miles, extending up to 8.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weatherstone Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Weatherstone Elementary School's student population of 730 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Weatherstone Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weatherstone Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#270 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)76%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
25%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
40%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weatherstone Elementary School's ranking?
Weatherstone Elementary School is ranked #270 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Weatherstone Elementary School often compared to?
Weatherstone Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green Hope Elementary School, Morrisville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Weatherstone Elementary School?
730 students attend Weatherstone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Weatherstone Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weatherstone Elementary School?
Weatherstone Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Weatherstone Elementary School offer ?
Weatherstone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Weatherstone Elementary School part of?
Weatherstone Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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