Serving 870 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thanksgiving Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thanksgiving Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thanksgiving Elementary School's student population of 870 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
870 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Thanksgiving Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thanksgiving Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#785 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
22%
Black
17%
24%
White
53%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thanksgiving Elementary School's ranking?
Thanksgiving Elementary School is ranked #785 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Thanksgiving Elementary School often compared to?
Thanksgiving Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like River Dell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Thanksgiving Elementary School?
870 students attend Thanksgiving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Thanksgiving Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thanksgiving Elementary School?
Thanksgiving Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thanksgiving Elementary School offer ?
Thanksgiving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Thanksgiving Elementary School part of?
Thanksgiving Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Thanksgiving elementary school is very good my kid has been there since 1 grade she has been getting a lot of help .But she has been working very hard and it was very good.
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