Excellent
#129 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 5% in state
New Town Elementary
Elementary School · Union County Public Schools
1100 Waxhaw-Indian Tr. Rd., Waxhaw, NC 28173
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
728
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#129 of 2,648
In Waxhaw
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#5 of 52
Union County Public Schools
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About New Town Elementary
New Town Elementary is a public elementary school in Waxhaw, NC, part of Union County Public Schools. New Town Elementary serves approximately 728 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. New Town Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for New Town Elementary show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- District avg 7.0
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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New Town Elementary — Students at New Town Elementary score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.2%
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: 8.9/10.
How New Town Elementary Compares
See how New Town 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
1100 Waxhaw-Indian Tr. Rd., Waxhaw, NC 28173
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New Town Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wesley Chapel Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Monroe), with a very similar rating. Another option is Antioch Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Matthews), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rea View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 4.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Waxhaw, see our Waxhaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Weddington High Matthews | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Weddington Elementary Matthews | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Cuthbertson High Waxhaw | 1.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Weddington Middle Matthews | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Cuthbertson Middle Waxhaw | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Wesley Chapel Elementary Monroe | 2.6 mi | 9.1 |
| ARBORBROOK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Matthews | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Western Union Elementary Waxhaw | 3.8 mi | 6.3 |
| THALES ACADEMY WAXHAW K-5 Waxhaw | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Waxhaw Elementary Waxhaw | 4.4 mi | 5.9 |
| South Providence Waxhaw | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| WEDDINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Weddington | 4.5 mi | — |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indian Trail | 5.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Kensington Elementary Waxhaw | 4.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Rea View Elementary Waxhaw | 4.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Shiloh Valley Elementary Monroe | 5.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Antioch Elementary Matthews | 5.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Shiloh Valley Primary School Monroe | 5.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Union Day School Weddington | 5.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Sun Valley Middle Indian Trail | 5.4 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28173 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,196
Median Home Value
$558,500
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
63,503
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
89.4%
Avg Commute
31.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
41.3
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|---|---|
| Baucom Elementary Apex, NC | 8.8 |
| Chocowinity Primary Chocowinity, NC | 8.8 |
| Coastal Elementary Holly Ridge, NC | 8.8 |
| Doral Academy of North Carolina Raleigh, NC | 8.8 |
| Fairview Elementary Fairview, NC | 8.8 |
| Holly Grove Elementary Holly Springs, NC | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New Town Elementary
What grades does New Town Elementary serve?
New Town Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend New Town Elementary?
New Town Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 728 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New Town Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at New Town Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New Town Elementary rank in NC?
New Town Elementary ranks #129 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is New Town Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
New Town Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 New Town Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, New Town Elementary has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is New Town Elementary a charter school?
No, New Town Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New Town Elementary a Title I school?
No, New Town Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for New Town Elementary?
10.2% of students at New Town 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 728
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.4%
- Phone
- (704) 290-1525
Resources & Links
District
Union County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 41,687
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,340
- District Rank
- #5 of 52
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