Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cornatzer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornatzer Elementary serves the southeastern part of Mocksville, NC, covering an area of approximately 46.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornatzer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cornatzer Elementary School's student population of 408 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornatzer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornatzer Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#716 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Cornatzer Elementary School's ranking?
Cornatzer Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Cornatzer Elementary School?
408 students attend Cornatzer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cornatzer Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornatzer Elementary School?
Cornatzer Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cornatzer Elementary School offer ?
Cornatzer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cornatzer Elementary School part of?
Cornatzer Elementary School is part of Davie County Schools.
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