Briarcliff Elementary

School Overview
Briarcliff Elementary School, located in the heart of Cary, North Carolina, is a well-established public school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade as part of the Wake County Public School System. Known for its strong sense of community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of lifelong learning skills. Its central location makes it a focal point for families in the surrounding neighborhoods, and the school is deeply integrated into the larger Cary community.

The school is recognized for its dedicated faculty and staff who work to provide a diverse curriculum tailored to meet the needs of a wide variety of learners. Beyond standard academics, Briarcliff offers various programs and extracurricular opportunities that encourage student engagement, creativity, and character building. By leveraging the resources of the Wake County Public School System, Briarcliff Elementary strives to foster an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to reach their full potential, ensuring they are well-prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.
486
Total Students
32.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Briarcliff Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White275
Hispanic117
Black39
Asian40
Two or More15
  • White
    275 (56.6%)
  • Hispanic
    117 (24.1%)
  • Asian
    40 (8.2%)
  • Black
    39 (8.0%)
  • Two or More
    15 (3.1%)
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)460-3443
Website: http://www.wcpss.net/briarcliffes
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 486
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 201
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 30
Kindergarten 71
Grade 1 78
Grade 2 81
Grade 3 67
Grade 4 77
Grade 5 82

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Briarcliff Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten30
Kindergarten71
Grade 178
Grade 281
Grade 367
Grade 477
Grade 582
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Briarcliff Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22846.9%
Male25853.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)