Serving 163 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vaughan 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 25-29% (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 23:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vaughan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Vaughan Elementary School's student population of 163 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 56% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vaughan 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 Vaughan Elementary School is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2245 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
23%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
41%
25%
White
27%
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
98%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaughan Elementary School's ranking?
Vaughan Elementary School is ranked #2245 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Vaughan Elementary School?
163 students attend Vaughan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Vaughan Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vaughan Elementary School?
Vaughan Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Vaughan Elementary School offer ?
Vaughan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Vaughan Elementary School part of?
Vaughan Elementary School is part of Warren County Schools School District.
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