Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Newton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 49% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 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
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
North Newton Elementary School's student population of 451 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Newton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 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 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1363 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
38%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
29%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #1363 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend North Newton Elementary School?
451 students attend North Newton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of North Newton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Newton Elementary School?
North Newton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Newton Elementary School offer ?
North Newton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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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