Serving 579 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Claxton 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Claxton Elementary serves the northwest part of Greensboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Claxton Elementary School's student population of 579 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Claxton 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 Claxton Elementary School is 0.71, 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
#817 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
39%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Claxton Elementary School's ranking?
Claxton Elementary School is ranked #817 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
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 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Claxton Elementary School?
579 students attend Claxton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Claxton Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claxton Elementary School?
Claxton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Claxton Elementary School offer ?
Claxton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Claxton Elementary School part of?
Claxton Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Claxton Elementary School located?
Claxton Elementary School is located in the Friendly Acres neighborhood of Greensboro, NC.
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