Serving 291 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Banoak Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Banoak Elementary serves the western part of Vale, NC, covering an area of approximately 46.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Banoak Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Banoak Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
Engage. Inspire. Empower.
School Rankings
Banoak Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Banoak Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1410 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)50-54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
79%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Banoak Elementary School's ranking?
Banoak Elementary School is ranked #1410 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Banoak Elementary School?
291 students attend Banoak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Banoak Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Banoak Elementary School?
Banoak Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Banoak Elementary School offer ?
Banoak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Banoak Elementary School part of?
Banoak Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools.
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