Serving 336 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jonathan Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher 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 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jonathan Valley Elementary serves the northwest part of Waynesville, NC, covering an area of approximately 177.5 square miles, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 13.2 miles, extending up to 18 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jonathan Valley Elementary School's student population of 336 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jonathan Valley 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 Jonathan Valley Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1020 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
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)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
87%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2020. View full 22-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 Jonathan Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Jonathan Valley Elementary School is ranked #1020 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Jonathan Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Jonathan Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Junaluska Elementary School, Shining Rock Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Jonathan Valley Elementary School?
336 students attend Jonathan Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jonathan Valley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Jonathan Valley Elementary School?
Jonathan Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jonathan Valley Elementary School offer ?
Jonathan Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jonathan Valley Elementary School part of?
Jonathan Valley Elementary School is part of Haywood County Schools.
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