Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
North Wilkesboro Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
North Wilkesboro 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 North Wilkesboro Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1410 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
41%
21%
Black
12%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
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 North Wilkesboro Elementary School's ranking?
North Wilkesboro Elementary School is ranked #1410 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are North Wilkesboro Elementary School often compared to?
North Wilkesboro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilkesboro Elementary School, Mountain View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Wilkesboro Elementary School?
310 students attend North Wilkesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Wilkesboro Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Wilkesboro Elementary School?
North Wilkesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Wilkesboro Elementary School offer ?
North Wilkesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Wilkesboro Elementary School part of?
North Wilkesboro Elementary School is part of Wilkes County Schools School District.
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