Serving 1,051 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Four Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Four Oaks Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Four Oaks, NC, covering an area of approximately 145.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 14.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Four Oaks Elementary School's student population of 1,051 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,051 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Four Oaks 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 Four Oaks Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1212 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
32%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-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 Four Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Four Oaks Elementary School is ranked #1212 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Four Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Four Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcgee's Crossroads Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Four Oaks Elementary School?
1,051 students attend Four Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Four Oaks Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Four Oaks Elementary School?
Four Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Four Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Four Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Four Oaks Elementary School part of?
Four Oaks Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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