Serving 1,118 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rose Hill-Magnolia Elementary serves the southwest part of Rose Hill, NC, covering an area of approximately 119.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School's student population of 1,118 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Let us lead by serving others
School Rankings
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#2440 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)24%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
69%
22%
Black
20%
24%
White
9%
42%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
old gold and black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School's ranking?
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School is ranked #2440 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School often compared to?
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wallace Elementary School, B F Grady Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School?
1,118 students attend Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School?
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School offer ?
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School part of?
Rose Hill-magnolia Elementary School is part of Duplin County Schools.
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