Serving 557 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Rocky River Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Rocky River Elementary School's student population of 557 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky River Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky River Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#102 out of 2568 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
20%
Black
7%
25%
White
76%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky River Elementary School's ranking?
Rocky River Elementary School is ranked #102 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rocky River Elementary School often compared to?
Rocky River Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coddle Creek Elementary School, South Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Rocky River Elementary School?
557 students attend Rocky River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rocky River Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky River Elementary School?
Rocky River Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rocky River Elementary School offer ?
Rocky River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3
What school district is Rocky River Elementary School part of?
Rocky River Elementary School is part of Mooresville Graded School District.
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