Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadow Lane 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 47% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Meadow Lane Elementary School's student population of 702 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meadow Lane Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Lane Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#880 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
38%
25%
White
37%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Lane Elementary School's ranking?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is ranked #880 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Meadow Lane Elementary School often compared to?
Meadow Lane Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Wayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School?
702 students attend Meadow Lane Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Meadow Lane Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meadow Lane Elementary School?
Meadow Lane Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Meadow Lane Elementary School offer ?
Meadow Lane Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Meadow Lane Elementary School part of?
Meadow Lane Elementary School is part of Wayne County Public Schools School District.
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