WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wells Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Wilson County Schools school district, located in Wilson, NC with about 421 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 28 teachers, Wells 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.

Wells Elementary School, located at 1400 Grove St N in Wilson, North Carolina, is a public elementary school serving students within the Wilson County Schools district. As part of a district committed to academic growth and community engagement, the school focuses on providing foundational education to young learners, typically serving grades PK through 5. The school environment is structured to support both the academic achievement and social-emotional development of its students, aiming to prepare them for middle school and beyond.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Wilson County Schools system, which emphasizes high expectations, rigorous instruction, and the use of technology to enhance the learning experience. Parents and community members interested in specific curriculum details, school calendars, staff directories, or enrollment information can access these resources through the official district website at [www.wilson.k12.nc.us](http://www.wilson.k12.nc.us). By maintaining a connection to the district office, Wells Elementary ensures it stays aligned with state standards and district-wide educational initiatives.

For more information, contact Wells Elementary at (252) 399-7986 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1400 Grove St N
Wilson, NC 27893-2342
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WELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Wilson, NC with about 421 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
421
Teachers:
28.53
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 schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 421 students

Black or African American
62.7%
White
26.1%
Hispanic/Latino
6.2%
Two or more races
4.0%
Asian
0.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
44.7%
Male
55.3%

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.