Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Swain County West 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 45-49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swain County West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Swain County West Elementary School's student population of 411 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swain County West 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 Swain County West Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#1057 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
77%
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
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
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 Swain County West Elementary School's ranking?
Swain County West Elementary School is ranked #1057 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Swain County West Elementary School often compared to?
Swain County West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swain County East Elementary School, Mountain Discovery by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Swain County West Elementary School?
411 students attend Swain County West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Swain County West Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swain County West Elementary School?
Swain County West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Swain County West Elementary School offer ?
Swain County West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Swain County West Elementary School part of?
Swain County West Elementary School is part of Swain County Schools School District.
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