Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Town Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: New Town Elementary serves the western part of Waxhaw, NC, covering an area of approximately 8.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Town 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
New Town Elementary School's student population of 691 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
School Rankings
New Town 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 New Town Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#56 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)92%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
72%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2021. View full 12-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Town Elementary School's ranking?
New Town Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Town Elementary School often compared to?
New Town Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weddington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend New Town Elementary School?
691 students attend New Town Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Town Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Town Elementary School?
New Town Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Town Elementary School offer ?
New Town Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Town Elementary School part of?
New Town Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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