Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Town Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Town Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Town Elementary School's student population of 742 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Town Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Town Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#80 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
6%
25%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Town Elementary School's ranking?
New Town Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend New Town Elementary School?
742 students attend New Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Town Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Town Elementary School?
New Town Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does New Town Elementary School offer ?
New Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is New Town Elementary School part of?
New Town Elementary School is part of Union County Public Schools School District.
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