Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Iron Station Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 373 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iron Station Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Iron Station Elementary School's student population of 373 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Iron Station Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Iron Station Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#566 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
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 Iron Station Elementary School's ranking?
Iron Station Elementary School is ranked #566 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Iron Station Elementary School often compared to?
Iron Station Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battleground 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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Iron Station Elementary School?
373 students attend Iron Station Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Iron Station Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iron Station Elementary School?
Iron Station Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Iron Station Elementary School offer ?
Iron Station Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Iron Station Elementary School part of?
Iron Station Elementary School is part of Lincoln County Schools School District.
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