Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Ridge 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Green Ridge Elementary serves the eastern part of Biscoe, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 44.1 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Green Ridge Elementary School's student population of 271 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1906
School Calendar
School Motto
Life-Ready. Globally Competitive
School Rankings
Green Ridge 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 Green Ridge Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1895 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
52%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-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 Green Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Green Ridge Elementary School is ranked #1895 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Green Ridge Elementary School?
271 students attend Green Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Green Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Green Ridge Elementary School?
Green Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Green Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Green Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Ridge Elementary School part of?
Green Ridge Elementary School is part of Montgomery County Schools.
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