Serving 569 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joyner Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joyner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joyner Elementary School's student population of 569 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Joyner Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joyner Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#691 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
25%
24%
White
54%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyner Elementary School's ranking?
Joyner Elementary School is ranked #691 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Joyner Elementary School often compared to?
Joyner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Underwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Joyner Elementary School?
569 students attend Joyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Joyner Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joyner Elementary School?
Joyner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joyner Elementary School offer ?
Joyner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joyner Elementary School part of?
Joyner Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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