Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Lake Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lake Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Lake Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lake Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#438 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
8%
25%
White
66%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lake Elementary School's ranking?
West Lake Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Lake Elementary School often compared to?
West Lake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend West Lake Elementary School?
598 students attend West Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of West Lake Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lake Elementary School?
West Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Lake Elementary School offer ?
West Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Lake Elementary School part of?
West Lake Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
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