ALSTON RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Alston Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Wake County Schools school district, located in Cary, NC with about 1,029 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 62 teachers, Alston Ridge Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.
Alston Ridge Elementary School, located in the rapidly growing West Cary area of North Carolina, is a part of the Wake County Public School System. Serving a diverse community, the school is known for its modern facilities and a commitment to fostering a collaborative, innovative learning environment. The school places a strong emphasis on integrating technology into the classroom and utilizes a "balanced literacy" approach to instruction, aiming to meet the needs of students with varying learning styles and backgrounds.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Alston Ridge is highly regarded for its active parent and community involvement, which supports a wide array of extracurricular clubs and school events. The school’s culture is centered on preparing students to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens, often emphasizing character development alongside core academics. As a hub for the local Cary community, the school works closely with families to ensure a supportive and engaging educational experience for all students.
For more information, contact Alston Ridge Elementary at (919) 544-2474 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Cary, NC 27519
(919) 544-2474
ALSTON RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Cary, NC with about 1,029 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Wake County Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,029
- Teachers:
- 62.6
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- 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 1,029 students
- Asian
- 44.7%
- White
- 29.5%
- Black or African American
- 12.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.2%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
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.