Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shuford Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 60% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shuford Elementary serves the northern part of Conover, NC, covering an area of approximately 12.4 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shuford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Shuford Elementary School's student population of 402 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Shuford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shuford Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
40%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shuford Elementary School's ranking?
Shuford Elementary School is ranked #413 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Shuford Elementary School often compared to?
Shuford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Startown Elementary School, Snow Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Shuford Elementary School?
402 students attend Shuford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Shuford Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shuford Elementary School?
Shuford Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shuford Elementary School offer ?
Shuford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shuford Elementary School part of?
Shuford Elementary School is part of Newton Conover City Schools.
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