Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wilton Elementary School's student population of 230 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilton Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1161 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
26%
25%
White
54%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilton Elementary School's ranking?
Wilton Elementary School is ranked #1161 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wilton Elementary School often compared to?
Wilton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tar River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Wilton Elementary School?
230 students attend Wilton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wilton Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilton Elementary School?
Wilton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wilton Elementary School offer ?
Wilton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Wilton Elementary School part of?
Wilton Elementary School is part of Granville County Schools School District.
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