Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wildwood Forest Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wildwood Forest Elementary serves the northeast part of Raleigh, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wildwood Forest Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Rankings
Wildwood Forest Elementary 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 Wildwood Forest Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1995 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)33%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
22%
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Black
52%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 25-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 Wildwood Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Wildwood Forest Elementary School is ranked #1995 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wildwood Forest Elementary School often compared to?
Wildwood Forest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Durant Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wildwood Forest Elementary School?
551 students attend Wildwood Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Wildwood Forest Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wildwood Forest Elementary School?
Wildwood Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wildwood Forest Elementary School offer ?
Wildwood Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildwood Forest Elementary School part of?
Wildwood Forest Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Wildwood Forest Elementary School located?
Wildwood Forest Elementary School is located in the Northeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, NC. There are 11 other public schools located in Northeast Raleigh.
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