NORTHWOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Northwoods Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Cary, NC with about 526 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, Northwoods 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.
Northwoods Elementary School, located in Cary, North Carolina, is a key part of the Wake County Public School System (WCPSS), which is the largest school district in the state. Situated conveniently off Chapel Hill Road, the school serves a diverse community of learners, fostering an environment centered on academic achievement, character development, and inclusive education. As a public institution, it adheres to the district’s comprehensive curriculum standards while striving to create a nurturing atmosphere that encourages student curiosity and growth in the elementary grades.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing a balanced educational experience that integrates core academics with essential life skills. With a focus on preparing students for their future academic journeys, Northwoods Elementary emphasizes collaboration between staff, parents, and the local community to support student success. Families interested in specific school programs, PTA involvement, or current news regarding curriculum updates and extracurricular opportunities can find detailed resources and contact information on their official school website.
For more information, contact Northwoods Elementary at (919) 460-3491 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 460-3491
http://northwoodses.wcpss.net/
NORTHWOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Cary, NC with about 526 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Wake County Schools
- Total Students:
- 526
- Teachers:
- 35.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 526 students
- White
- 36.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 20.9%
- Asian
- 20.5%
- Black or African American
- 18.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 52.5%
- Male
- 47.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.