Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-5, New Market 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 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Market Elementary serves the northwest part of Sophia, NC, covering an attendance area of approximately 46.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
New Market Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Randolph County School System - Students First in All We Do!
School Rankings
New Market 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 New Market Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#999 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)27.4%
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 (22-23)
5%
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 New Market Elementary School's ranking?
New Market Elementary School is ranked #999 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Market Elementary School often compared to?
New Market Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopewell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend New Market Elementary School?
362 students attend New Market Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of New Market Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Market Elementary School?
New Market Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Market Elementary School offer ?
New Market Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Market Elementary School part of?
New Market Elementary School is part of Randolph County School System School District.
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