Serving 490 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Allen Jay 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 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 490 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Jay Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Allen Jay Elementary School's student population of 490 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
490 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Allen Jay 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 Allen Jay Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2081 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
4%
Hispanic
23%
20%
Black
28%
25%
White
15%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Jay Elementary School's ranking?
Allen Jay Elementary School is ranked #2081 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Allen Jay Elementary School often compared to?
Allen Jay Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Jay Middle - A Preparatory Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Allen Jay Elementary School?
490 students attend Allen Jay Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Allen Jay Elementary School students are Asian, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Allen Jay Elementary School?
Allen Jay Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Allen Jay Elementary School offer ?
Allen Jay Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Allen Jay Elementary School part of?
Allen Jay Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools School District.
School Reviews
3 4/6/2019
Preety squished and gym is cafeteriasmallbut sometimes fun I wish there was gym basketball court
5 4/14/2016
The very best thing about Allen Jay Elementary is the diversity of its students and families. Countries, cultures, and languages from all over the world are represented here. The students embrace one another's unique perspectives and recognize their similarities as well. Many parents have traveled far from their home countries because they value the educational opportunities their children have here. Allen Jay Elementary's greatest strength is the amazing teaching staff who thrive on the multicultural learning environment. In the spirit of our namesake and great educator, Allen Jay, we strive to provide the best education to our students so that they may access every opportunity available to them as global citizens in the future. Jay Birds SOAR!
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