Serving 785 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, White Oak Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 75% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 785 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Oak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Oak Elementary School's student population of 785 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
785 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
White Oak Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Oak Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#6 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)96%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
64%
4%
Hispanic
4%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
25%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Oak Elementary School's ranking?
White Oak Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are White Oak Elementary School often compared to?
White Oak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend White Oak Elementary School?
785 students attend White Oak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of White Oak Elementary School students are Asian, 25% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Oak Elementary School?
White Oak Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does White Oak Elementary School offer ?
White Oak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Oak Elementary School part of?
White Oak Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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