Very Good
#629 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 24% in state
Carpenter Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
2100 Morrisville Parkway, Cary, NC 27519
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
680
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#629 of 2,648
In Cary
#16 of 32
public schools
In district
#77 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Carpenter Elementary
Carpenter Elementary is a public elementary school in Cary, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Carpenter Elementary serves approximately 680 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Carpenter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Carpenter Elementary show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Carpenter Elementary — Students at Carpenter Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.
How Carpenter Elementary Compares
See how Carpenter Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2100 Morrisville Parkway, Cary, NC 27519
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carpenter Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hortons Creek Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mills Park Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Green Hope Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Green Hope High Cary | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Green Hope Elementary Cary | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Morrisville Elementary Morrisville | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Highcroft Elementary Cary | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOLS AT THE PARK Morrisville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Panther Creek High Cary | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Parkside Elementary Morrisville | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Mills Park Middle Cary | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Mills Park Elementary Cary | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Cary | 2.1 mi | — |
| Sterling Montessori Academy Morrisville | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Cedar Fork Elementary Morrisville | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Davis Drive Elementary Cary | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Davis Drive Middle Cary | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY Cary | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Turner Creek Elementary Cary | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Wake EC of Information & Biotechnologies Morrisville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Hortons Creek Elementary Cary | 2.9 mi | 9.4 |
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY GIFTED AND ARTISTICALLY ELITE Cary | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27519 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,414
Median Home Value
$614,100
Median Rent
$1,854/mo
Population
67,976
College Educated
78.2%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bain Elementary Mint Hill, NC | 7.7 |
| Balls Creek Elementary Newton, NC | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Midland, NC | 7.7 |
| Bethel Elementary Canton, NC | 7.7 |
| Bruce Drysdale Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 7.7 |
| Edward Best Elementary Louisburg, NC | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carpenter Elementary
What grades does Carpenter Elementary serve?
Carpenter Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Carpenter Elementary?
Carpenter Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 680 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carpenter Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Carpenter Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carpenter Elementary rank in NC?
Carpenter Elementary ranks #629 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Carpenter Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Carpenter Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Carpenter Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carpenter Elementary has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Carpenter Elementary a charter school?
No, Carpenter Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carpenter Elementary a Title I school?
No, Carpenter Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carpenter Elementary?
31.8% of students at Carpenter Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 680
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.0%
- Phone
- (919) 462-6780
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #77 of 194
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