Below Average
#2308 of 2,648 schools in NC
Benvenue Elementary
Elementary School · Nash County Public Schools
2700 Nicodemus Mile Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,308 of 2,648
In Rocky Mount
#13 of 19
public schools
In district
#21 of 27
Nash County Public Schools
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About Benvenue Elementary
Benvenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Rocky Mount, NC, part of Nash County Public Schools. Benvenue Elementary serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Benvenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,308 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Benvenue Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Benvenue Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Benvenue Elementary — Students at Benvenue Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Benvenue Elementary Compares
See how Benvenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2700 Nicodemus Mile Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benvenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is M B Hubbard Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Battleboro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Winstead Avenue Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Rocky Mount, see our Rocky Mount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Englewood Elementary Rocky Mount | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ANDREW'S ESPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 1.1 mi | — |
| Winstead Avenue Elementary Rocky Mount | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| ROCKY MOUNT ACADEMY Rocky Mount | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Rocky Mount High Rocky Mount | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| G R Edwards Middle Rocky Mount | 3.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Tar River Academy Rocky Mount | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Rocky Mount Middle Rocky Mount | 2.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CITI High School Rocky Mount | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHILDCARE CENTER Rocky Mount | 3.1 mi | — |
| Nash Everywhere Digital Academy (NEDA) Rocky Mount | 3.5 mi | — |
| Williford Elementary Rocky Mount | 3.5 mi | 2.6 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Northern Nash High Rocky Mount | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| NRM Early College High School Rocky Mount | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Nash Central High Rocky Mount | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| M B Hubbard Elementary Battleboro | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| J W Parker Middle Rocky Mount | 4.0 mi | 1.9 |
| Rocky Mount Preparatory Rocky Mount | 4.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Baskerville Elementary Rocky Mount | 4.1 mi | 1.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,837
Median Home Value
$177,600
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
29,992
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
42.3
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|---|---|
| Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock, NC | 4.2 |
| Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 4.2 |
| Benjamin J Martin Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 4.2 |
| Hall-Woodward Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 4.2 |
| Highland Renaissance Academy Charlotte, NC | 4.2 |
| Oakley Elementary Asheville, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benvenue Elementary
What grades does Benvenue Elementary serve?
Benvenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Benvenue Elementary?
Benvenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benvenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Benvenue Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benvenue Elementary rank in NC?
Benvenue Elementary ranks #2,308 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Benvenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Benvenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Benvenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benvenue Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Benvenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Benvenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benvenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Benvenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benvenue Elementary?
97.4% of students at Benvenue Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Nash County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (252) 462-2835
Resources & Links
District
Nash County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 14,568
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,350
- District Rank
- #21 of 27
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