Scotts Ridge Elementary

www.wcpss.net/scottsridgees

869 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Scotts Ridge Elementary School, located in Apex, North Carolina, is a part of the Wake County Public School System. Situated in a rapidly growing area of the Triangle, the school serves a diverse student population and is known for its modern facilities and commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive learning environment. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to balance rigorous academic standards with the social and emotional development of its students.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Apex community, often partnering with families and local organizations to enrich the student experience. With a focus on preparing children for future academic success, Scotts Ridge offers a variety of extracurricular activities and specialized programs designed to engage students across different grade levels. By prioritizing collaboration among staff, parents, and the community, the school strives to create a safe and motivating atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically and become lifelong learners.

869

Total Students

56.9

Full-Time Teachers

15.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

8.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Scotts Ridge Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	553
Hispanic	54
Black	19
Asian	187
Two or More	55
American Indian	1

White
553 (63.6%)
Asian
187 (21.5%)
Two or More
55 (6.3%)
Hispanic
54 (6.2%)
Black
19 (2.2%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wake County Schools
Phone:	(919)694-0300
Website:	http://www.wcpss.net/scottsridgees
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	869
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	56.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	67
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	4

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 28

Kindergarten 131

Grade 1 133

Grade 2 125

Grade 3 162

Grade 4 146

Grade 5 144

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Scotts Ridge Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	28
Kindergarten	131
Grade 1	133
Grade 2	125
Grade 3	162
Grade 4	146
Grade 5	144

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Scotts Ridge Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	428	49.3%
Male	441	50.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)