Excellent
#67 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 3% in state
Pine Level Elementary
Elementary School · Johnston County Public Schools
PO Box 69 PO Box 69, Pine Level, NC 27568
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
9.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#67 of 2,648
In district
#2 of 48
Johnston County Public Schools
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Pine Level Elementary
Elementary School in Pine Level · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pine Level Elementary
Pine Level Elementary is a public elementary school in Pine Level, NC, part of Johnston County Public Schools. Pine Level Elementary serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pine Level Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Pine Level Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pine Level Elementary — Students at Pine Level Elementary score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
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: 8.7/10.
How Pine Level Elementary Compares
See how Pine Level 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
PO Box 69 PO Box 69, Pine Level, NC 27568
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pine Level Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Micro Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Micro), with a very similar rating. Another option is Princeton Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Princeton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Glendale-Kenly Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Kenly), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pine Level, see our Pine Level schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Selma Elementary Selma | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Selma Middle School Selma | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
| North Johnston Middle Micro | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Micro Elementary Micro | 4.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Neuse Charter School Smithfield | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Smithfield-Selma High Smithfield | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Johnston County Schools Career Technical Smithfield | 4.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Johnston Co Early College Academy Smithfield | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Princeton Elementary Princeton | 5.2 mi | 6.8 |
| North Johnston High Kenly | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Smithfield Middle Smithfield | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| JCPS Virtual Academy Smithfield | 5.0 mi | 4.9 |
| The Innovation Academy at South Campus Smithfield | 5.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Princeton High Princeton | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Choice Plus Academy Smithfield | 5.8 mi | 3.6 |
| South Smithfield Elementary Smithfield | 6.2 mi | 4.2 |
| STAR CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Smithfield | 7.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Wilson's Mills Elementary Wilson'S Mills | 7.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Glendale-Kenly Elementary Kenly | 9.2 mi | 6.7 |
| American Leadership Academy - Johnston Raleigh | 8.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27568 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,639
Median Home Value
$233,100
Median Rent
$881/mo
Population
1,563
College Educated
22.4%
Homeownership
80.7%
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
39.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burton Elementary Durham, NC | 9.0 |
| Grandy Primary Camden, NC | 9.0 |
| Micro Elementary Micro, NC | 9.0 |
| Moravian Falls Elementary School Moravian Falls, NC | 9.0 |
| Shoals Elementary Pinnacle, NC | 9.0 |
| Bogue Sound Elementary Newport, NC | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pine Level Elementary
What grades does Pine Level Elementary serve?
Pine Level Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pine Level Elementary?
Pine Level Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pine Level Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pine Level Elementary is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pine Level Elementary rank in NC?
Pine Level Elementary ranks #67 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Pine Level Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pine Level Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Pine Level Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Level Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pine Level Elementary a charter school?
No, Pine Level Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pine Level Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pine Level Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pine Level Elementary?
99.1% of students at Pine Level 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
- Walk Score
- 26 Car-Dependent
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Johnston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.1%
- Phone
- (919) 965-3323
Resources & Links
District
Johnston County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 37,289
- Schools in District
- 48
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,352
- District Rank
- #2 of 48
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