Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baucom Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baucom 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Baucom Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
From The Creek To The Peak
School Mascot
Aviators
School Rankings
Baucom Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baucom Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#204 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)78%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
10%
25%
White
56%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aviators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baucom Elementary School's ranking?
Baucom Elementary School is ranked #204 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Baucom Elementary School often compared to?
Baucom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scotts Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Baucom Elementary School?
560 students attend Baucom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Baucom Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baucom Elementary School?
Baucom Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Baucom Elementary School offer ?
Baucom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baucom Elementary School part of?
Baucom Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/24/2014
Baucom is a good school overall. The teachers there are good and I feel my daughter has learned a lot. She has been happy at the school and I have no "big" complaints. The AG program at other elementary schools have been better and she is forced into a "quiet" lunch to finish work if she misses school and had to "pull a card" (a punishment) to go to the bathroom in 4th grade, so there are things that could be better especially with good kids that behave, there is no need for this negative treatment.
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