Serving 359 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Lake Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Lake Preparatory Academy's student population of 359 students has grown by 97% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
West Lake Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Lake Preparatory Academy is 0.63, 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
#981 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
18%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Lake Preparatory Academy's ranking?
West Lake Preparatory Academy is ranked #981 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Lake Preparatory Academy often compared to?
West Lake Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West Lake Preparatory Academy?
359 students attend West Lake Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Lake Preparatory Academy students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Lake Preparatory Academy?
West Lake Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Lake Preparatory Academy offer ?
West Lake Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Lake Preparatory Academy part of?
West Lake Preparatory Academy is part of West Lake Preparatory Academy School District.
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