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#262 of 2,648 schools in NC

Top 10% in state

Douglass Elementary

Elementary School · Rockingham County Schools

408 Price St., Eden, NC 27288

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Eden

#1 of 5

public schools

North Carolina elementary schools

#234 of 1,474

In district

#2 of 21

Rockingham County Schools

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Douglass Elementary

Douglass Elementary is a public elementary school in Eden, NC, part of the Rockingham County Schools. The school serves approximately 338 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 90.1th percentile among NC schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 51% proficiency in math, 8 points below the state average and 49% in reading/language arts, 4 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $53,081, where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.7%
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.3%
Math vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.7 pts
Overall Proficiency55%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected+10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,295

Douglass Elementary — Students at Douglass Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.1%
School
State
59.4%
ELA Proficiency 48.6%
School
State
52.7%

Based on 12 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
58.1%
ELA
54.5%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Douglass Elementary Compares

See how Douglass Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in NC
Academic
7.6/10
7.6/10
Growth
8.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.2/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

408 Price St., Eden, NC 27288

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Douglass Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lincoln Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Ruffin), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Leaksville-Spray Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Axton Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Axton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Eden, see our Eden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Leaksville-Spray Elementary Eden 1.1 mi 8.0
J E Holmes Middle Eden 2.4 mi 4.5
John M Morehead High Eden 2.6 mi 4.8
Central Elementary Eden 2.8 mi 4.1
Wentworth Elementary Wentworth 6.9 mi 6.4
Rockingham Co Early College High Wentworth 7.4 mi 4.5
Rockingham County High Wentworth 7.7 mi 3.1
Rockingham County Middle Reidsville 7.8 mi 6.0
Stoneville Elementary Stoneville 7.4 mi 7.7
Lincoln Elementary Ruffin 7.4 mi 9.2
Drewry Mason Elementary Ridgeway 9.1 mi 6.9
VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ruffin 8.2 mi
Magna Vista High Ridgeway 9.2 mi 5.6
The SCORE Center Reidsville 10.5 mi
CARLISLE SCHOOL Axton 11.6 mi 6.2
CAROLINA BAPTIST ACADEMY Reidsville 11.0 mi 6.1
Rich Acres Elementary Martinsville 11.3 mi 6.3
Axton Elementary Axton 12.2 mi 7.8
Dalton McMichael High Mayodan 10.5 mi 5.6
THE INCREASE LEARNING CENTER, INC. Reidsville 11.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27288 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,081

Median Home Value

$129,200

Median Rent

$828/mo

Population

22,768

College Educated

13%

Homeownership

59.6%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

41.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Douglass Elementary has a median household income of $53,081. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $129,200, with a median rent of $828/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Allenbrook Elementary Charlotte, NC 8.4
Beaufort Elementary Beaufort, NC 8.4
Bluford Elementary Greensboro, NC 8.4
Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh, NC 8.4
East Bend Elementary East Bend, NC 8.4
Eastover-Central Elementary Eastover, NC 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Douglass Elementary

What grades does Douglass Elementary serve?

Douglass Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Douglass Elementary?

Douglass Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglass Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Douglass Elementary is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Douglass Elementary rank in NC?

Douglass Elementary is ranked #262 out of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Douglass Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Douglass Elementary has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Douglass Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Douglass Elementary has 51.1% math proficiency and 48.6% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Douglass Elementary a charter school?

No, Douglass Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Douglass Elementary a Title I school?

No, Douglass Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglass Elementary?

99.1% of students at Douglass 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,966/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Eden). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Rockingham County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Rockingham County Schools
District Enrollment
11,379
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,373
District Rank
#2 of 21

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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