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#2242 of 2,648 schools in NC

King Elementary School

Elementary School · Stokes County Schools

152 East School St, King, NC 27021

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,242 of 2,648

In King

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#14 of 19

Stokes County Schools

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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King Elementary School

4.4/10

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

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About King Elementary School

King Elementary School is a public elementary school in King, NC, part of Stokes County Schools. King Elementary School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,242 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for King Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.3% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.9% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-18.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.7 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-13.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,939
Chronic Absenteeism23.9%

King Elementary School — Students at King Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 36 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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
53.7%
ELA
40.3%
2025
Math
45.3%
ELA
37.8%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How King Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in NC
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

Location

152 East School St, King, NC 27021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poplar Springs Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pinnacle Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Pinnacle), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Old Richmond Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Tobaccoville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in King, see our King schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL King 1.2 mi 5.1
Meadowbrook Academy King 1.7 mi 4.5
Poplar Springs Elementary School King 1.7 mi 8.6
West Stokes High School King 2.7 mi 7.2
Mount Olive Elementary School King 3.0 mi 7.2
Chestnut Grove Middle School King 3.1 mi 6.0
Rural Hall Elementary Rural Hall 4.4 mi 4.5
Old Richmond Elementary Tobaccoville 5.4 mi 7.6
WOODLAND BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Winston-Salem 5.8 mi 5.9
Pinnacle Elementary School Pinnacle 5.7 mi 7.8
Northwest Middle Winston-Salem 6.5 mi 2.9
Gibson Elementary Winston-Salem 6.8 mi 3.1
Ronald W Reagan High School Pfafftown 7.5 mi 7.4
Old Town Elementary Winston-Salem 8.0 mi 3.3
Germanton Elementary School Germanton 6.8 mi 4.0
Kingswood School Winston-Salem 7.9 mi
Forsyth Academy Winston-Salem 8.2 mi 3.8
South Stokes High School Walnut Cove 7.1 mi 7.8
The Special Children's School Winston-Salem 8.7 mi 7.2
North Forsyth High Winston-Salem 8.3 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,736

Median Home Value

$203,600

Median Rent

$912/mo

Population

17,029

College Educated

24.1%

Homeownership

71.7%

Avg Commute

25.1 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

43.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King Elementary School

What grades does King Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend King Elementary School?

King Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at King Elementary School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does King Elementary School rank in NC?

King Elementary School ranks #2,242 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is King Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

King Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 King Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, King Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is King Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is King Elementary School a Title I school?

No, King Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

70.0% of students at King 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Stokes County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.9%

District

Stokes County Schools
District Enrollment
5,585
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,939
District Rank
#14 of 19

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