Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Happy Valley 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 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Happy Valley Elementary serves the northern part of Lenoir, NC, covering an area of approximately 85.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 10.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Happy Valley Elementary School's student population of 234 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#1509 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)40-44%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
91%
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 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Happy Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Happy Valley Elementary School is ranked #1509 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Happy Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Happy Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lower Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Happy Valley Elementary School?
234 students attend Happy Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Happy Valley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Happy Valley Elementary School?
Happy Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Happy Valley Elementary School offer ?
Happy Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Happy Valley Elementary School part of?
Happy Valley Elementary School is part of Caldwell County Schools.
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