Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shuford Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shuford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Shuford Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shuford 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 Shuford Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#619 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
9%
25%
White
45%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shuford Elementary School's ranking?
Shuford Elementary School is ranked #619 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shuford Elementary School often compared to?
Shuford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Startown Elementary School, Snow Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Shuford Elementary School?
451 students attend Shuford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Shuford Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shuford Elementary School?
Shuford Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shuford Elementary School offer ?
Shuford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Shuford Elementary School part of?
Shuford Elementary School is part of Newton Conover City Schools School District.
School Reviews
2 10/5/2018
Staff is very unfriendly.
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