Serving 337 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pine Level Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Level Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pine Level Elementary School's student population of 337 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
337 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Pine Level Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Level Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#607 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
21%

Black
5%
25%

White
54%
43%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Level Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Level Elementary School is ranked #607 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pine Level Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Level Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Princeton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pine Level Elementary School?
337 students attend Pine Level Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pine Level Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Level Elementary School?
Pine Level Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pine Level Elementary School offer ?
Pine Level Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pine Level Elementary School part of?
Pine Level Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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