Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Polk Central 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Polk Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Polk Central Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Polk Central Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Polk Central Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#512 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
5%
25%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
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)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polk Central Elementary School's ranking?
Polk Central Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Polk Central Elementary School often compared to?
Polk Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunny View Elementary School, Tryon 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Polk Central Elementary School?
341 students attend Polk Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Polk Central Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Polk Central Elementary School?
Polk Central Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Polk Central Elementary School offer ?
Polk Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Polk Central Elementary School part of?
Polk Central Elementary School is part of Polk County Schools School District.
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