Serving 729 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wesley Chapel Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (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 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wesley Chapel Elementary serves the west part of Monroe, NC, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wesley Chapel 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
Wesley Chapel Elementary School's student population of 729 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wesley Chapel Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wesley Chapel Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#83 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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)11.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wesley Chapel Elementary School's ranking?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wesley Chapel Elementary School often compared to?
Wesley Chapel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weddington Elementary School, Antioch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wesley Chapel Elementary School?
729 students attend Wesley Chapel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wesley Chapel Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wesley Chapel Elementary School?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wesley Chapel Elementary School offer ?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wesley Chapel Elementary School part of?
Wesley Chapel Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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