Serving 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Baton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Baton Elementary serves the southern part of Granite Falls, NC, covering an area of approximately 16.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 3.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Baton Elementary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
Baton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baton Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#1227 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45-49%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
85%
42%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Baton Elementary School's ranking?
Baton Elementary School is ranked #1227 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Baton Elementary School often compared to?
Baton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sawmills 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 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Baton Elementary School?
357 students attend Baton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Baton Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Baton Elementary School?
Baton Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Baton Elementary School offer ?
Baton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Baton Elementary School part of?
Baton Elementary School is part of Caldwell County Schools.
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