Very Good
#656 of 2,648 schools in NC
Top 25% in state
Pinewood Elementary
Elementary School · Gaston County Schools
1925 N Main Street, Mount Holly, NC 28120
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
477
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#656 of 2,648
In Mount Holly
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#12 of 56
Gaston County Schools
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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Pinewood Elementary
Elementary School in Mount Holly · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pinewood Elementary
Pinewood Elementary is a public elementary school in Mount Holly, NC, part of Gaston County Schools. Pinewood Elementary serves approximately 477 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Pinewood Elementary show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.8
- NC avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Pinewood Elementary — Students at Pinewood 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
99.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.8/10.
How Pinewood Elementary Compares
See how Pinewood 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
1925 N Main Street, Mount Holly, NC 28120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pinewood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Belmont Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Belmont), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paw Creek Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Charlotte), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ida Rankin Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mount Holly, see our Mount Holly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| River Oaks Academy Charlotte | 1.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Mountain Island Charter School Mt. Holly | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Ida Rankin Elementary School Mount Holly | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Mount Holly Middle Mount Holly | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Whitewater Middle Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Whitewater Academy Charlotte | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Coulwood STEM Academy Charlotte | 3.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Paw Creek Elementary Charlotte | 4.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Catawba Heights Elementary Belmont | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Turning Point Academy Charlotte | 4.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Mountain Island Lake Academy Charlotte | 4.2 mi | 2.6 |
| North Belmont Elementary Belmont | 4.8 mi | 8.8 |
| East Gaston High Mount Holly | 4.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Jackson Day School Charlotte | 5.7 mi | 8.2 |
| West Mecklenburg High School Charlotte | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Wilson STEM Academy Charlotte | 6.3 mi | 6.3 |
| JUDAH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Stanley | 5.5 mi | 6.1 |
| East Voyager Academy of Charlotte Charlotte | 6.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Tuckaseegee Elementary Charlotte | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Kiser Elementary Stanley | 5.7 mi | 4.8 |
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
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaverdam Elementary Raleigh, NC | 7.6 |
| Efland Cheeks Elementary Efland, NC | 7.6 |
| Emereau: Bladen Elizabethtown, NC | 7.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Monroe, NC | 7.6 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops, NC | 7.6 |
| Grover Elementary Grover, NC | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pinewood Elementary
What grades does Pinewood Elementary serve?
Pinewood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Pinewood Elementary?
Pinewood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 477 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Pinewood Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pinewood Elementary rank in NC?
Pinewood Elementary ranks #656 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Pinewood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Pinewood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Pinewood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pinewood Elementary has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Pinewood Elementary a charter school?
No, Pinewood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pinewood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Pinewood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pinewood Elementary?
99.4% of students at Pinewood 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
- 477
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Gaston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.3%
- Phone
- (704) 836-9138
Resources & Links
District
Gaston County Schools- District Enrollment
- 30,253
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,190
- District Rank
- #12 of 56
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