Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North 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 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Elementary serves the northwest part of Providence, NC, covering an area of approximately 92.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Elementary School's student population of 320 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower, Engage, Excel
School Rankings
North 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 North Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#1273 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-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 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
10%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and White
School Mascot
The Panda
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #1273 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
320 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of North Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Caswell County Schools.
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