Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Iredell 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 37% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Iredell Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
East Iredell Elementary School's student population of 681 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Iredell 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 East Iredell Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1878 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
32%
21%
Black
31%
25%
White
26%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Iredell Elementary School's ranking?
East Iredell Elementary School is ranked #1878 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are East Iredell Elementary School often compared to?
East Iredell Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cloverleaf Elementary School, American Renaissance School 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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend East Iredell Elementary School?
681 students attend East Iredell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of East Iredell Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Iredell Elementary School?
East Iredell Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Iredell Elementary School offer ?
East Iredell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is East Iredell Elementary School part of?
East Iredell Elementary School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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