Very Good
#578 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 22% in state
Meadow Lane Elementary
Elementary School · Wayne County Public Schools
3500 E Ash Street, Goldsboro, NC 27534
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
713
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#578 of 2,648
In Goldsboro
#3 of 22
public schools
In district
#4 of 32
Wayne County Public Schools
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Meadow Lane Elementary
Meadow Lane Elementary is a public elementary school in Goldsboro, NC, part of Wayne County Public Schools. Meadow Lane Elementary serves approximately 713 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadow Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Meadow Lane Elementary show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Meadow Lane 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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Meadow Lane Elementary — Students at Meadow Lane Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 34 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: 8.3/10.
How Meadow Lane Elementary Compares
See how Meadow Lane 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
3500 E Ash Street, Goldsboro, NC 27534
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Meadow Lane Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Tommy's Road Elementary (rated 5.2/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Goldsboro, see our Goldsboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwood Middle Goldsboro | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| NEW INDEPENDENCE ACADEMY Goldsboro | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| THE CHILDRENS HOUSE OF GOLDSBORO Goldsboro | 1.5 mi | — |
| Wayne School of Technical Arts Goldsboro | 1.7 mi | — |
| North Drive Elementary Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 1.5 |
| Edgewood Cmty Developmental Goldsboro | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Eastern Wayne Middle Goldsboro | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Goldsboro | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Wayne Early / Middle College High Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| WAYNE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Goldsboro | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Goldsboro High Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Wayne School of Engineering Goldsboro | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| WAYNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Goldsboro | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Wayne Middle / High Academy Goldsboro | 3.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Tommy's Road Elementary Goldsboro | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| RHEMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Goldsboro | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Dillard Middle Goldsboro | 3.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Carver Heights Elementary Goldsboro | 3.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Eastern Wayne High Goldsboro | 3.5 mi | 4.4 |
| WAYNE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Goldsboro | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27534 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,950
Median Home Value
$187,700
Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Population
31,340
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
53.4%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
38.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A.C.E. Academy Harrisburg, NC | 7.8 |
| Cedar Fork Elementary Morrisville, NC | 7.8 |
| Clyde Campbell Elementary Hickory, NC | 7.8 |
| Dr John Codington Elem Wilmington, NC | 7.8 |
| Friendship Elementary Winston-Salem, NC | 7.8 |
| Glenn Elementary Durham, NC | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Meadow Lane Elementary
What grades does Meadow Lane Elementary serve?
Meadow Lane Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Meadow Lane Elementary?
Meadow Lane Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 713 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow Lane Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Meadow Lane Elementary is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Meadow Lane Elementary rank in NC?
Meadow Lane Elementary ranks #578 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Meadow Lane Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Meadow Lane Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Meadow Lane Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadow Lane Elementary has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Meadow Lane Elementary a charter school?
No, Meadow Lane Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Meadow Lane Elementary a Title I school?
No, Meadow Lane Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadow Lane Elementary?
99.6% of students at Meadow Lane 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 713
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (919) 751-7150
Resources & Links
District
Wayne County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 17,368
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,267
- District Rank
- #4 of 32
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