Serving 646 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Meadow 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 646 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow School serves the southern part of Benson, NC, covering an attendance zone of approximately 53.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 8.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadow School's student population of 646 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
646 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow 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 Meadow School is 0.50, 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
#894 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
28%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 25-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 Meadow School's ranking?
Meadow School is ranked #894 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Meadow School?
646 students attend Meadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Meadow School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow School?
Meadow School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meadow School offer ?
Meadow School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow School part of?
Meadow School is part of Johnston County School District.
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