School Overview
Wake Forest Elementary, located in the historic heart of Wake Forest, North Carolina, is a core institution within the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS). As one of the area’s longstanding educational facilities, the school serves a diverse student population, emphasizing a well-rounded academic curriculum that aligns with state standards. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive community atmosphere, often engaging families through various extracurricular activities and parent-teacher organizations that aim to enrich the student experience beyond the classroom.

The school’s focus extends beyond core subjects like literacy and mathematics to include character development and the integration of technology in daily learning. By leveraging its location near the town’s downtown district, Wake Forest Elementary maintains strong ties to the local community, which often translates into collaborative projects and volunteer opportunities. As part of the larger WCPSS district, students have access to the resources and support services of one of North Carolina's largest school systems, ensuring a structured pathway for student growth and preparation for middle school.
444
Total Students
37.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wake Forest Elementary
Demographic Student Count
White214
Hispanic65
Black110
Asian19
Two or More36
  • White
    214 (48.2%)
  • Black
    110 (24.8%)
  • Hispanic
    65 (14.6%)
  • Two or More
    36 (8.1%)
  • Asian
    19 (4.3%)
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)554-8655
Website: http://www.wcpss.net/wakeforestes
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 444
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 192
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 29
Kindergarten 78
Grade 1 73
Grade 2 51
Grade 3 78
Grade 4 58
Grade 5 77

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wake Forest Elementary
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten29
Kindergarten78
Grade 173
Grade 251
Grade 378
Grade 458
Grade 577
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wake Forest Elementary
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19543.9%
Male24956.1%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)