Serving 241 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Taylorsville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 241 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylorsville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Taylorsville Elementary School's student population of 241 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
241 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Taylorsville 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 Taylorsville Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
14%
25%
White
57%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylorsville Elementary School's ranking?
Taylorsville Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Taylorsville Elementary School?
241 students attend Taylorsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Taylorsville Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Taylorsville Elementary School?
Taylorsville Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Taylorsville Elementary School offer ?
Taylorsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Taylorsville Elementary School part of?
Taylorsville Elementary School is part of Alexander County Schools School District.
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