Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Rockingham 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 49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Rockingham Elementary serves the southwest part of Rockingham, NC, covering an area of approximately 59.5 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Rockingham Elementary School's student population of 430 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Rockingham 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 East Rockingham 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
#1722 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Rockingham Elementary School's ranking?
East Rockingham Elementary School is ranked #1722 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Rockingham Elementary School?
430 students attend East Rockingham Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of East Rockingham Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Rockingham Elementary School?
East Rockingham Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Rockingham Elementary School offer ?
East Rockingham Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Rockingham Elementary School part of?
East Rockingham Elementary School is part of Richmond County Schools.
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