Serving 724 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter Ridge Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Porter Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Porter Ridge Elementary School's student population of 724 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
724 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Porter Ridge Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Porter Ridge Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1503 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)48%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
20%
25%
White
37%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 Porter Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1503 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Porter Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Porter Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky River Elementary School, Poplin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Porter Ridge Elementary School?
724 students attend Porter Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Porter Ridge Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Porter Ridge Elementary School?
Porter Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Porter Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Porter Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Porter Ridge Elementary School part of?
Porter Ridge Elementary School is part of Union County Public Schools.
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