Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- 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 405 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EMPOWER to learn, INSPIRE to lead, BELIEVE in yourself and others.
School Rankings
Wilkesboro Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilkesboro Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#607 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
18%
22%
Black
4%
24%
White
62%
42%
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #607 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wilkesboro Elementary School?
405 students attend Wilkesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wilkesboro Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% 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 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wilkesboro Elementary School offer ?
Wilkesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilkesboro Elementary School part of?
Wilkesboro Elementary School is part of Wilkes County Schools.
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