Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington County 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pines Elementary serves the west part of the Roper, NC school district, covering an extensive area of approximately 257.7 square miles. Families in this zone typically reside 15-20 minutes away from the school, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington County Elementary School's student population of 502 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Washington County 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 Washington County Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#2338 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Black
76%
24%
White
8%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington County Elementary School's ranking?
Washington County Elementary School is ranked #2338 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Washington County Elementary School?
502 students attend Washington County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Washington County Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Washington County Elementary School?
Washington County Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington County Elementary School offer ?
Washington County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington County Elementary School part of?
Washington County Elementary School is part of Washington County Schools.
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