Serving 687 students in grades 6-8, West Lake Middle 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 687 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Lake Middle serves the southern part of Apex, NC, covering an area of approximately 9.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Lake Middle School's student population of 687 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
687 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Lake Middle 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 West Lake Middle School is 0.67, 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
#1315 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-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 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 West Lake Middle School's ranking?
West Lake Middle School is ranked #1315 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Lake Middle School?
687 students attend West Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Lake Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Lake Middle School?
West Lake Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lake Middle School offer ?
West Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lake Middle School part of?
West Lake Middle School is part of Wake County Schools.
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