Serving 759 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Poplin Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Poplin Elementary School's student population of 759 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Poplin Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplin Elementary School is 0.61, which is less 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
#207 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
13%
25%
White
59%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Poplin Elementary School's ranking?
Poplin Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Poplin Elementary School often compared to?
Poplin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hemby Bridge Elementary School, Porter Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Poplin Elementary School?
759 students attend Poplin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Poplin Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplin Elementary School?
Poplin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Poplin Elementary School offer ?
Poplin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplin Elementary School part of?
Poplin Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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