Serving 304 students in grades 2-4, Weaverville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-4
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weaverville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Weaverville Elementary School's student population of 304 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weaverville Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weaverville Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#416 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
15%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
81%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weaverville Elementary School's ranking?
Weaverville Elementary School is ranked #416 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Weaverville Elementary School often compared to?
Weaverville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ira B Jones Elementary School, North Buncombe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Weaverville Elementary School?
304 students attend Weaverville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Weaverville Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weaverville Elementary School?
Weaverville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weaverville Elementary School offer ?
Weaverville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-4
What school district is Weaverville Elementary School part of?
Weaverville Elementary School is part of Buncombe County Schools School District.
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