Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dole Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Dole Elementary serves the eastern part of Salisbury, NC, covering an area of approximately 32 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dole Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Dole Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dole Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#2553 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)12%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
22%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
8%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 17-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 Dole Elementary School's ranking?
Dole Elementary School is ranked #2553 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Dole Elementary School often compared to?
Dole Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isenberg Elementary School, China Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Dole Elementary School?
388 students attend Dole Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Dole Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dole Elementary School?
Dole Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dole Elementary School offer ?
Dole Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dole Elementary School part of?
Dole Elementary School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools.
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