Serving 790 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Estes Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estes Elementary School's student population of 790 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
GROWING LEADERS ONE CHILD AT A TIME
School Rankings
Estes Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estes Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#802 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
22%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
54%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estes Elementary School's ranking?
Estes Elementary School is ranked #802 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Estes Elementary School often compared to?
Estes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Arden Elementary School, Avery's Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Estes Elementary School?
790 students attend Estes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Estes Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estes Elementary School?
Estes Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Estes Elementary School offer ?
Estes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estes Elementary School part of?
Estes Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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