Below Average
#2299 of 2,648 schools in NC
Stocks Elementary
Elementary School · Edgecombe County Public Schools
400 Hope Lodge Street, Tarboro, NC 27886
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#2,299 of 2,648
In Tarboro
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#12 of 14
Edgecombe County Public Schools
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Stocks Elementary
Stocks Elementary is a public elementary school in Tarboro, NC, part of Edgecombe County Public Schools. Stocks Elementary serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stocks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,299 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Stocks Elementary show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Stocks 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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Stocks Elementary — Students at Stocks Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.2%
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
↓ 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: 3.2/10.
How Stocks Elementary Compares
See how Stocks 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
400 Hope Lodge Street, Tarboro, NC 27886
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Stocks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Martin Millennium Academy (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is G W Carver Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Pinetops), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Princeville Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tarboro, see our Tarboro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tarboro High Tarboro | 0.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Martin Millennium Academy Tarboro | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| W A Pattillo Middle Tarboro | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| North East Carolina Prep Tarboro | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Princeville Elementary Tarboro | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Edgecombe Early College High Tarboro | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| North Edgecombe High Tarboro | 5.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Coker-Wimberly Elementary Battleboro | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SouthWest Edgecombe High Pinetops | 7.9 mi | 4.2 |
| G W Carver Elementary Pinetops | 9.6 mi | 7.6 |
| South Edgecombe Middle Pinetops | 10.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Phillips Middle Battleboro | 9.8 mi | 4.6 |
| G W Bulluck Elementary Rocky Mount | 9.7 mi | 4.1 |
| West Edgecombe Middle Rocky Mount | 10.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Northwest Elementary Greenville | 12.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Hobgood Charter School Hobgood | 11.8 mi | 6.0 |
| HOBGOOD ACADEMY Hobgood | 11.8 mi | — |
| Bethel Elementary Bethel | 12.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Baskerville Elementary Rocky Mount | 12.6 mi | 1.6 |
| D S Johnson Elementary Rocky Mount | 12.7 mi | 1.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,180
Median Home Value
$121,800
Median Rent
$751/mo
Population
18,560
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
46.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur W Edwards Elementary Havelock, NC | 4.2 |
| Baileywick Road Elementary Raleigh, NC | 4.2 |
| Benjamin J Martin Elementary Fayetteville, NC | 4.2 |
| Highland Renaissance Academy Charlotte, NC | 4.2 |
| Oakley Elementary Asheville, NC | 4.2 |
| Pickett Elementary School Lexington, NC | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Stocks Elementary
What grades does Stocks Elementary serve?
Stocks Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Stocks Elementary?
Stocks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Stocks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Stocks Elementary is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Stocks Elementary rank in NC?
Stocks Elementary ranks #2,299 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Stocks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Stocks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Stocks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Stocks Elementary has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Stocks Elementary a charter school?
No, Stocks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Stocks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Stocks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stocks Elementary?
99.2% of students at Stocks 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Edgecombe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (252) 823-2632
Resources & Links
District
Edgecombe County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,299
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,702
- District Rank
- #12 of 14
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