Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Chinquapin 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 32% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinquapin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chinquapin Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chinquapin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinquapin Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1375 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
13%
25%
White
67%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinquapin Elementary School's ranking?
Chinquapin Elementary School is ranked #1375 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Chinquapin Elementary School often compared to?
Chinquapin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beulaville Elementary School, Kenansville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Chinquapin Elementary School?
490 students attend Chinquapin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Chinquapin Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chinquapin Elementary School?
Chinquapin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Chinquapin Elementary School offer ?
Chinquapin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Chinquapin Elementary School part of?
Chinquapin Elementary School is part of Duplin County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2008
My child goes to Chinquapin and I recommend it very highly for the teachers and the students are great!!
Music, sports and the academic programs are wonderful!1
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