Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Knightdale 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 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knightdale Elementary School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Knightdale 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 Knightdale 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
#1726 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
40%
25%
White
14%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knightdale Elementary School's ranking?
Knightdale Elementary School is ranked #1726 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Knightdale Elementary School often compared to?
Knightdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forestville Road Elementary School, Lockhart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Knightdale Elementary School?
549 students attend Knightdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Knightdale Elementary School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knightdale Elementary School?
Knightdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knightdale Elementary School offer ?
Knightdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Knightdale Elementary School part of?
Knightdale Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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