Serving 562 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benvenue Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benvenue Elementary serves the eastern part of Rocky Mount, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 8.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benvenue Elementary School's student population of 562 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benvenue 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 Benvenue Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#2320 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)28%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
73%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
Showing 2006–2022. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benvenue Elementary School's ranking?
Benvenue Elementary School is ranked #2320 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benvenue Elementary School often compared to?
Benvenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winstead Avenue Elementary School, Englewood Elementary School, Red Oak Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Benvenue Elementary School?
562 students attend Benvenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Benvenue Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benvenue Elementary School?
Benvenue Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benvenue Elementary School offer ?
Benvenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benvenue Elementary School part of?
Benvenue Elementary School is part of Nash County School District.
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