Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Yadkin 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 38% 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: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Yadkin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West Yadkin Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Yadkin 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 West Yadkin Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#1206 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
62%
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
35%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
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 West Yadkin Elementary School's ranking?
West Yadkin Elementary School is ranked #1206 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West Yadkin Elementary School often compared to?
West Yadkin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonesville Elementary School, Yadkinville Elementary School 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend West Yadkin Elementary School?
439 students attend West Yadkin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of West Yadkin Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Yadkin Elementary School?
West Yadkin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Yadkin Elementary School offer ?
West Yadkin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Yadkin Elementary School part of?
West Yadkin Elementary School is part of Yadkin County Schools School District.
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