Serving 521 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central 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 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Elementary serves the northern part of Eden, NC, covering an area of approximately 14.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating, Empowering, and Engaging Every Student Everyday!
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1214 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
4%
Showing 2007–2018. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Red
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #1214 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Central Elementary School often compared to?
Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethany Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
521 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Central Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Rockingham County Schools.
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