Serving 168 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roaring River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roaring River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Roaring River Elementary School's student population of 168 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
168 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Roaring River Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roaring River Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#824 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
10%
20%
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Black
1%
25%
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White
83%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roaring River Elementary School's ranking?
Roaring River Elementary School is ranked #824 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Roaring River Elementary School often compared to?
Roaring River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C B Eller Elementary School, Ronda-clingman Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Roaring River Elementary School?
168 students attend Roaring River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Roaring River Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roaring River Elementary School?
Roaring River Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Roaring River Elementary School offer ?
Roaring River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Roaring River Elementary School part of?
Roaring River Elementary School is part of Wilkes County Schools School District.
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