Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Catawba Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Catawba Springs Elementary serves the eastern part of the Denver, NC school district, covering an area of approximately 28.5 square miles. The school is typically a 10-12 minute drive for families living within the zone, which extends up to 5.4 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catawba Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Catawba Springs Elementary School's student population of 543 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Catawba Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catawba Springs Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#303 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)77%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
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)15.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Catawba Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Catawba Springs Elementary School is ranked #303 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Catawba Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Catawba Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like St. James Elementary School, Rock Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Catawba Springs Elementary School?
543 students attend Catawba Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Catawba Springs Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catawba Springs Elementary School?
Catawba Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Catawba Springs Elementary School offer ?
Catawba Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Catawba Springs Elementary School part of?
Catawba Springs Elementary School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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