Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marvin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Marvin Elementary serves the west part of Waxhaw, NC, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marvin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Marvin Elementary School's student population of 666 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marvin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marvin 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
#95 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)88%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
7%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marvin Elementary School's ranking?
Marvin Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Marvin Elementary School often compared to?
Marvin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sandy Ridge Elementary School, Kensington Elementary School, Weddington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Marvin Elementary School?
666 students attend Marvin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Marvin Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marvin Elementary School?
Marvin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marvin Elementary School offer ?
Marvin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Marvin Elementary School part of?
Marvin Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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