Serving 698 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highcroft Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highcroft Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highcroft Elementary School's student population of 698 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
698 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Highcroft Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highcroft Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#56 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)88%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
51%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
30%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Highcroft Elementary School's ranking?
Highcroft Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Highcroft Elementary School often compared to?
Highcroft Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mills Park Elementary School, Davis Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Highcroft Elementary School?
698 students attend Highcroft Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Highcroft Elementary School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highcroft Elementary School?
Highcroft Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highcroft Elementary School offer ?
Highcroft Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highcroft Elementary School part of?
Highcroft Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Highcroft Elementary School located?
Highcroft Elementary School is located in the Highcroft neighborhood of Cary, NC.
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