Serving 633 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rosewood Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower 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 41% 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: 633 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rosewood Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rosewood Elementary School's student population of 633 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
633 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rosewood 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 Rosewood Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#1326 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
59%
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
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rosewood Elementary School's ranking?
Rosewood Elementary School is ranked #1326 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rosewood Elementary School often compared to?
Rosewood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Wayne Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rosewood Elementary School?
633 students attend Rosewood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rosewood Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rosewood Elementary School?
Rosewood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rosewood Elementary School offer ?
Rosewood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Rosewood Elementary School part of?
Rosewood Elementary School is part of Wayne County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
Hi I'm new to the area and possibly will be moving into the Rosewood community. Someone please provide me with information on the elementary & middle school. Espeacially as in pertain to black families. I've been & my two children & husband has been victims at other schools due to race. Thanks!!
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