Serving 388 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Newton Elementary serves the southern part of Newton, NC, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Newton Elementary School's student population of 388 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 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 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1175 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)58%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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)13.1%
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
5%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-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 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 schools are North Newton Elementary School often compared to?
North Newton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb A Murray Elementary School, Balls Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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?
388 students attend North Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of North Newton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% 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.
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