Serving 969 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West View Elementary School ranks in the top 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 58% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
West View Elementary School's student population of 969 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West View Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West View 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
#892 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
20%
21%
Black
27%
25%
White
43%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West View Elementary School's ranking?
West View Elementary School is ranked #892 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are West View Elementary School often compared to?
West View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleveland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend West View Elementary School?
969 students attend West View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West View Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West View Elementary School?
West View Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does West View Elementary School offer ?
West View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West View Elementary School part of?
West View Elementary School is part of Johnston County School District.
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