Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catawba Heights 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Catawba Heights Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Catawba Heights 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 Catawba Heights Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
50%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricanes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catawba Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Catawba Heights Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Catawba Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Catawba Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ida Rankin Elementary School, North Belmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Catawba Heights Elementary School?
238 students attend Catawba Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Catawba Heights Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catawba Heights Elementary School?
Catawba Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Catawba Heights Elementary School offer ?
Catawba Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Catawba Heights Elementary School part of?
Catawba Heights Elementary School is part of Gaston County Schools.
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