Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rocky River Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rocky River Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky 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 Rocky River Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1011 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
39%
20%
Black
18%
25%
White
35%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky River Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky River Elementary School is ranked #1011 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rocky River Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Porter Ridge Elementary School, Union Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Rocky River Elementary School?
503 students attend Rocky River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rocky River Elementary School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky River Elementary School?
Rocky River Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rocky River Elementary School offer ?
Rocky River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rocky River Elementary School part of?
Rocky River Elementary School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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