Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mulberry Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mulberry Elementary serves the northwest part of North Wilkesboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 52.3 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of around 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mulberry Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mulberry Elementary School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Motivating Minds, Molding Leaders, Maintaining Happiness...We are The Mulberry!
School Rankings
Mulberry Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mulberry Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#491 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)73%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-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 Mulberry Elementary School's ranking?
Mulberry Elementary School is ranked #491 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mulberry Elementary School often compared to?
Mulberry Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Wilkesboro Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mulberry Elementary School?
419 students attend Mulberry Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Mulberry Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mulberry Elementary School?
Mulberry Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mulberry Elementary School offer ?
Mulberry Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mulberry Elementary School part of?
Mulberry Elementary School is part of Wilkes County Schools.
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