CARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Cary Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Cary, NC with about 528 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Cary Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Cary Elementary School, located in the heart of Cary, North Carolina, is a long-standing institution within the Wake County Public School System. Situated on Kildaire Farm Road, the school serves as a central hub for its surrounding community, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between educators, students, and families. As one of the older schools in the district, it carries a sense of local heritage while consistently working to integrate modern instructional practices to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of its K-5 student body.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic growth, inclusivity, and character development. Through the Wake County Public School System’s curriculum, Cary Elementary provides a comprehensive education that balances core subjects like literacy and mathematics with opportunities for creative exploration. With a strong commitment to community engagement and student success, the school strives to prepare its young learners for the next stages of their educational journey by encouraging curiosity, responsibility, and lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Cary Elementary at (919) 460-3455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.