Serving 650 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosewood 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rosewood Elementary serves the northwest part of Goldsboro, NC, covering an area of approximately 46.8 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-12 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rosewood Elementary School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rosewood 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 Rosewood Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#1326 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
7%
4%
Showing 2008–2017. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosewood Elementary School's ranking?
Rosewood Elementary School is ranked #1326 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rosewood Elementary School often compared to?
Rosewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Eastern Wayne Elementary School, North Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rosewood Elementary School?
650 students attend Rosewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rosewood Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rosewood Elementary School?
Rosewood Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rosewood Elementary School offer ?
Rosewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rosewood Elementary School part of?
Rosewood Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Hi I'm new to the area and possibly will be moving into the Rosewood community. Someone please provide me with information on the elementary & middle school. Espeacially as in pertain to black families. I've been & my two children & husband has been victims at other schools due to race. Thanks!!
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