Serving 760 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dixon Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 24% 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: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Dixon Elementary serves the southern part of the Holly Ridge, NC school district, covering approximately 86.9 square miles. The average drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dixon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dixon Elementary School's student population of 760 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
760 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Dixon 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 Dixon Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#638 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%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Dixon Elementary School's ranking?
Dixon Elementary School is ranked #638 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dixon Elementary School?
760 students attend Dixon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Dixon Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dixon Elementary School?
Dixon Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dixon Elementary School offer ?
Dixon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dixon Elementary School part of?
Dixon Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools.
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