York Elementary

yorkes.wcpss.net/

563 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

York Elementary School, located at 5201 Brookhaven Drive in Raleigh, North Carolina, is a public school operating under the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). Situated in a residential area of North Raleigh, the school serves a diverse student population and is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive, community-focused learning environment. Like other schools in the district, York Elementary adheres to the WCPSS curriculum standards, aiming to provide a balanced academic program that emphasizes core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

The school places a strong emphasis on student development through collaborative efforts between teachers, families, and the surrounding community. With a focus on preparing students for future success, York Elementary often highlights programs that encourage character building, creative expression, and critical thinking. For parents and community members seeking detailed information regarding school calendars, extracurricular opportunities, or specific academic policies, the school’s official website serves as the primary resource for updates and administrative announcements.

563

Total Students

40.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for York Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	260
Hispanic	151
Black	115
Asian	18
Two or More	17
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
260 (46.2%)
Hispanic
151 (26.8%)
Black
115 (20.4%)
Asian
18 (3.2%)
Two or More
17 (3.0%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

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)881-4960
Website:	http://yorkes.wcpss.net/
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	563
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	40.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	239
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	22

* 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 13

Kindergarten 104

Grade 1 100

Grade 2 97

Grade 3 84

Grade 4 78

Grade 5 87

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for York Elementary
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	13
Kindergarten	104
Grade 1	100
Grade 2	97
Grade 3	84
Grade 4	78
Grade 5	87

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for York Elementary
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	271	48.1%
Male	292	51.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)