Serving 584 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Porter Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than 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 57% 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: 584 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Porter Ridge Elementary School's student population of 584 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
584 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Porter Ridge 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 Porter Ridge Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#1206 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
35%
20%
Black
13%
25%
White
43%
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
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porter Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Porter Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1206 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Porter Ridge Elementary School?
584 students attend Porter Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Porter Ridge Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Porter Ridge Elementary School?
Porter Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Porter Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Porter Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Porter Ridge Elementary School part of?
Porter Ridge Elementary School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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