Serving 581 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lake Elementary serves the southwest part of Apex, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.1 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the school from the zone's edges, which extend up to 9.5 miles.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Lake Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
School Rankings
West Lake 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 West Lake Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#449 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #449 out of 2,617 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Lake Elementary School?
581 students attend West Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of West Lake Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lake Elementary School?
West Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lake Elementary School offer ?
West Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lake Elementary School part of?
West Lake Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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