Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Newton 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 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Newton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Newton Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
North Newton 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 Newton Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1175 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
37%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
32%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Newton Elementary School's ranking?
North Newton Elementary School is ranked #1175 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend North Newton Elementary School?
389 students attend North Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of North Newton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Newton Elementary School?
North Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Newton Elementary School offer ?
North Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Newton Elementary School part of?
North Newton Elementary School is part of Newton Conover City Schools School District.
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