Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Drexel Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Drexel Elementary serves the eastern part of Morganton, NC, covering an area of approximately 23.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drexel Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Drexel Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drexel 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 Drexel Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#798 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
11%
22%
Black
5%
24%
White
66%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drexel Elementary School's ranking?
Drexel Elementary School is ranked #798 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Drexel Elementary School often compared to?
Drexel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valdese Elementary School, Icard Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Drexel Elementary School?
477 students attend Drexel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Drexel Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Drexel Elementary School?
Drexel Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Drexel Elementary School offer ?
Drexel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drexel Elementary School part of?
Drexel Elementary School is part of Burke County Schools.
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