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Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy

Elementary School · Halifax County Schools

4391 Highway 158, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Enrollment

248

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,042 of 2,648

In Roanoke Rapids

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Halifax County Schools

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Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy

4.9/10

Elementary School in Roanoke Rapids · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy is a public elementary school in Roanoke Rapids, NC, part of Halifax County Schools. Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m.

Academy serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,042 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

54% of students at Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.9% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.2% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.4 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-18.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,927
Chronic Absenteeism54.4%

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy — Students at Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

98.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 23.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 26.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
13.6%
2025
Math
32.4%
ELA
25%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy Compares

See how Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in NC
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
15 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.4%

Location

4391 Highway 158, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Aurelian Springs Institute of Global Lea (rated 7.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy (rated 6.4/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Enfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gaston STEM Leadership Academy (rated 6.2/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Gaston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Roanoke Rapids, see our Roanoke Rapids schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.5 mi
School Distance Rating
William R Davie Middle S.T.E.M. Academy Roanoke Rapids 0.0 mi 4.3
Belmont Elementary School Roanoke Rapids 4.1 mi 6.1
Northwest Halifax Collegiate and Technic Littleton 4.8 mi 5.5
Chaloner Middle School Roanoke Rapids 4.8 mi 5.8
HALIFAX ACADEMY Roanoke Rapids 5.2 mi 5.0
Roanoke Rapids Early College High Roanoke Rapids 5.1 mi 5.9
Roanoke Rapids High School Roanoke Rapids 5.2 mi 3.3
KIPP Halifax College Preparatory Halifax 6.4 mi 5.2
Manning Elementary School Roanoke Rapids 5.6 mi 5.9
Aurelian Springs Institute of Global Lea Littleton 6.6 mi 7.7
Gaston STEM Leadership Academy Gaston 6.8 mi 6.2
Northampton County High School Gaston 6.9 mi 2.7
KIPP Gaston College Preparatory Gaston 7.1 mi 4.7
Halifax County Early College High Weldon 7.2 mi 6.4
Northampton Early College Weldon 7.2 mi 8.2
Roanoke Valley Early College Weldon 7.2 mi 7.4
Weldon STEM High School Career Academies Weldon 7.7 mi 6.9
Weldon Elementary Global Academy Weldon 8.2 mi 3.8
Weldon Middle Halifax 10.1 mi 6.0
Pittman Elementary Leadership Academy Enfield 12.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27870 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,994

Median Home Value

$117,300

Median Rent

$835/mo

Population

24,778

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

59.5%

Avg Commute

21.1 min

Poverty Rate

22.5%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy

What grades does Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy serve?

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy?

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy rank in NC?

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy ranks #2,042 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy a charter school?

No, Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy a Title I school?

No, Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy?

98.8% of students at Everetts Elementary S.t.e.m. Academy 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Free/Reduced Lunch
98.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Halifax County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.4%

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