Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hiddenite 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 48% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hiddenite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hiddenite Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1039 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
22%
20%
Black
3%
25%
White
70%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiddenite Elementary School's ranking?
Hiddenite Elementary School is ranked #1039 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Hiddenite Elementary School?
381 students attend Hiddenite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hiddenite Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hiddenite Elementary School?
Hiddenite Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hiddenite Elementary School offer ?
Hiddenite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hiddenite Elementary School part of?
Hiddenite Elementary School is part of Alexander County Schools School District.
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