Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Joyner 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 68% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joyner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Joyner Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joyner 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 Joyner Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#399 out of 2568 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
20%
25%
White
59%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joyner Elementary School's ranking?
Joyner Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Joyner Elementary School often compared to?
Joyner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Underwood 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 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Joyner Elementary School?
531 students attend Joyner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Joyner Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joyner Elementary School?
Joyner Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joyner Elementary School offer ?
Joyner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Joyner Elementary School part of?
Joyner Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/20/2020
100% recommend this school! The staff is very friendly and welcoming, I can't imagine a better school!
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