Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wilkesboro Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilkesboro Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#992 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
17%
20%
Black
4%
25%
White
64%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
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 Wilkesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Wilkesboro Elementary School is ranked #992 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wilkesboro Elementary School often compared to?
Wilkesboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Wilkesboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Wilkesboro Elementary School?
343 students attend Wilkesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wilkesboro Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilkesboro Elementary School?
Wilkesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilkesboro Elementary School offer ?
Wilkesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilkesboro Elementary School part of?
Wilkesboro Elementary School is part of Wilkes County Schools School District.
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