Serving 146 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Saluda Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 146 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saluda Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Saluda Elementary School's student population of 146 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
146 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saluda Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saluda Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#249 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
1%
25%
White
93%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saluda Elementary School's ranking?
Saluda Elementary School is ranked #249 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Saluda Elementary School?
146 students attend Saluda Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Saluda Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saluda Elementary School?
Saluda Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Saluda Elementary School offer ?
Saluda Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Saluda Elementary School part of?
Saluda Elementary School is part of Polk County Schools School District.
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