Very Good
#506 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 19% in state
Weatherstone Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
1000 Olde Weatherstone Way, Cary, NC 27513
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#506 of 2,648
In Cary
#12 of 32
public schools
In district
#59 of 194
Wake County Schools
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Weatherstone Elementary
Weatherstone Elementary is a public elementary school in Cary, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Weatherstone Elementary serves approximately 718 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Weatherstone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Weatherstone Elementary show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Weatherstone Elementary — Students at Weatherstone Elementary score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
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: 8.1/10.
How Weatherstone Elementary Compares
See how Weatherstone 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
1000 Olde Weatherstone Way, Cary, NC 27513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Weatherstone Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Davis Drive Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Morrisville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Morrisville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cary, see our Cary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOLARS ACADEMY GIFTED AND ARTISTICALLY ELITE Cary | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Cary | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| West Cary Middle Cary | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Northwoods Elementary Cary | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY-PRESCHOOL AND ELEMENTARY Cary | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GROVE SCHOOL OF CARY Cary | 2.1 mi | — |
| Cardinal Charter Academy Cary | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Cary Elementary Cary | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Kingswood Elementary Cary | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Briarcliff Elementary Cary | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Laurel Park Elementary Apex | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KNOWLEDGE BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Cary | 2.1 mi | — |
| LUCY DANIELS SCHOOL Cary | 2.6 mi | — |
| TRUE ABALITIES LRNG. ACADEMY LLC Cary | 2.5 mi | — |
| Morrisville Elementary Morrisville | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PEACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Apex | 2.7 mi | — |
| Davis Drive Elementary Cary | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Davis Drive Middle Cary | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| TRIANGLE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Cary | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| DISCOVERY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER LLC Morrisville | 2.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,458
Median Home Value
$468,300
Median Rent
$1,491/mo
Population
47,444
College Educated
67.9%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Florence Elementary High Point, NC | 7.9 |
| Glen Arden Elementary Arden, NC | 7.9 |
| Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Fuquay-Varina, NC | 7.9 |
| Ida Rankin Elementary School Mount Holly, NC | 7.9 |
| J.V. Washam Elementary Cornelius, NC | 7.9 |
| Joyner Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Weatherstone Elementary
What grades does Weatherstone Elementary serve?
Weatherstone Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Weatherstone Elementary?
Weatherstone Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 718 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Weatherstone Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Weatherstone Elementary is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Weatherstone Elementary rank in NC?
Weatherstone Elementary ranks #506 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Weatherstone Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Weatherstone Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Weatherstone Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Weatherstone Elementary has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Weatherstone Elementary a charter school?
No, Weatherstone Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Weatherstone Elementary a Title I school?
No, Weatherstone Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Weatherstone Elementary?
29.9% of students at Weatherstone 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
- 718
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.2%
- Phone
- (919) 380-6988
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #59 of 194
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