Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Royal Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Royal Elementary School's student population of 354 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Royal 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 Royal Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#1943 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
28%
25%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Elementary School's ranking?
Royal Elementary School is ranked #1943 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Royal Elementary School often compared to?
Royal Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Youngsville Elementary School, Louisburg Elementary School, Long Mill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Royal Elementary School?
354 students attend Royal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Royal Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Royal Elementary School?
Royal Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Royal Elementary School offer ?
Royal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Royal Elementary School part of?
Royal Elementary School is part of Franklin County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2010
My Two Daughters go to this School, and Love the teachers there.. so friendly and willing to help you out when you Always Ask....
5 8/31/2009
Excellent school! Teachers and administrators are very supportive, and keep students enthusiastic about learning.
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