Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rockfish 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 51% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockfish Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rockfish Elementary School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rockfish 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 Rockfish Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#1146 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
18%
20%
Black
32%
25%
White
34%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockfish Elementary School's ranking?
Rockfish Elementary School is ranked #1146 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rockfish Elementary School often compared to?
Rockfish Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoney Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rockfish Elementary School?
696 students attend Rockfish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Rockfish Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rockfish Elementary School?
Rockfish Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rockfish Elementary School offer ?
Rockfish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rockfish Elementary School part of?
Rockfish Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Rockfish Elementary School located?
Rockfish Elementary School is located in the South View neighborhood of Hope Mills, NC. There are 5 other public schools located in South View.
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