Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, W T Griggs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W T Griggs Elementary serves the southeastern part of Poplar Branch, NC, covering an area of approximately 41.9 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive to the school and the furthest edge being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
W T Griggs Elementary School's student population of 258 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence in Every Student
School Rankings
W T Griggs 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 W T Griggs Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1020 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
n/a
24%
White
65%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W T Griggs Elementary School's ranking?
W T Griggs Elementary School is ranked #1020 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend W T Griggs Elementary School?
258 students attend W T Griggs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of W T Griggs Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W T Griggs Elementary School?
W T Griggs Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does W T Griggs Elementary School offer ?
W T Griggs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W T Griggs Elementary School part of?
W T Griggs Elementary School is part of Currituck County Schools.
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