Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Micro Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Micro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Micro Elementary School's student population of 407 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Micro Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Micro Elementary School is 0.64, which is less 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
#1115 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
37%
20%
Black
12%
25%
White
46%
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
67%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Micro Elementary School's ranking?
Micro Elementary School is ranked #1115 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Micro Elementary School?
407 students attend Micro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Micro Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Micro Elementary School?
Micro Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Micro Elementary School offer ?
Micro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Micro Elementary School part of?
Micro Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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