Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Poplar Springs 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Poplar Springs Elementary serves the southwest part of King, NC, covering an area of approximately 15.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.3 miles and the furthest edge located 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Poplar Springs Elementary School's student population of 495 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Stokes County - Small District, Big Dreams: Where Each Child's Journey Begins.
School Rankings
Poplar Springs 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 Poplar Springs Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1055 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)57%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
2%
24%
White
84%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Poplar Springs Elementary School is ranked #1055 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Poplar Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Poplar Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Elementary School, Mount Olive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Poplar Springs Elementary School?
495 students attend Poplar Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Poplar Springs Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplar Springs Elementary School?
Poplar Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Poplar Springs Elementary School offer ?
Poplar Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar Springs Elementary School part of?
Poplar Springs Elementary School is part of Stokes County Schools.
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