Very Good
#479 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 18% in state
Ida Rankin Elementary School
Elementary School · Gaston County Schools
301 W Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC 28120
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#479 of 2,648
In Mount Holly
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#7 of 56
Gaston County Schools
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Ida Rankin Elementary School
Elementary School in Mount Holly · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ida Rankin Elementary School
Ida Rankin Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mount Holly, NC, part of Gaston County Schools. Ida Rankin Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Ida Rankin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #479 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Ida Rankin Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ida Rankin Elementary School — Students at Ida Rankin Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 7.6/10.
How Ida Rankin Elementary School Compares
See how Ida Rankin Elementary School 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
301 W Central Avenue, Mount Holly, NC 28120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ida Rankin Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Belmont Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Belmont), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paw Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McAdenville Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Mcadenville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Holly, see our Mount Holly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Holly Middle Mount Holly | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Catawba Heights Elementary Belmont | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Whitewater Middle Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitewater Academy Charlotte | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Pinewood Elementary Mount Holly | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| North Belmont Elementary Belmont | 2.4 mi | 8.8 |
| River Oaks Academy Charlotte | 2.5 mi | 2.8 |
| East Gaston High Mount Holly | 3.4 mi | 4.3 |
| J B Page Primary School Belmont | 4.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Belmont Central Elementary Belmont | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Stuart W Cramer High Belmont | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mountain Island Charter School Mt. Holly | 4.6 mi | 7.4 |
| McAdenville Elementary Mcadenville | 4.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Lowell Elementary Lowell | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Turning Point Academy Charlotte | 4.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Paw Creek Elementary Charlotte | 4.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte | 4.3 mi | 7.7 |
| South Point High Belmont | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Belmont Middle Belmont | 5.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CRAMERTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cramerton | 5.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,809
Median Home Value
$272,500
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
24,363
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brooks Global Elementary Greensboro, NC | 7.9 |
| Carthage Elementary Carthage, NC | 7.9 |
| Coltrane-Webb Elementary Concord, NC | 7.9 |
| E K Powe Elementary Durham, NC | 7.9 |
| Eastover-Central Elementary Eastover, NC | 7.9 |
| Florence Elementary High Point, NC | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ida Rankin Elementary School
What grades does Ida Rankin Elementary School serve?
Ida Rankin Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Ida Rankin Elementary School?
Ida Rankin Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ida Rankin Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ida Rankin Elementary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ida Rankin Elementary School rank in NC?
Ida Rankin Elementary School ranks #479 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Ida Rankin Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ida Rankin Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Ida Rankin Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ida Rankin Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Ida Rankin Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ida Rankin Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ida Rankin Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ida Rankin Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ida Rankin Elementary School?
99.0% of students at Ida Rankin Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 510
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Gaston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (704) 836-9136
Resources & Links
District
Gaston County Schools- District Enrollment
- 30,253
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,190
- District Rank
- #7 of 56
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