Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rock Rest Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rock Rest Elementary serves the southeast part of Monroe, NC, covering an area of approximately 22.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rock Rest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Rock Rest Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rock Rest 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 Rock Rest Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#1010 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)83%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rock Rest Elementary School's ranking?
Rock Rest Elementary School is ranked #1010 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rock Rest Elementary School often compared to?
Rock Rest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rock Rest Elementary School?
394 students attend Rock Rest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Rock Rest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rock Rest Elementary School?
Rock Rest Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rock Rest Elementary School offer ?
Rock Rest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rock Rest Elementary School part of?
Rock Rest Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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