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Stovall-shaw Elementary

Elementary School · Granville County Schools

PO Box 39, Stovall, NC 27582

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#1,440 of 2,648

In district

#6 of 15

Granville County Schools

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Stovall-shaw Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Stovall · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.1/10

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About Stovall-shaw Elementary

Stovall-shaw Elementary is a public elementary school in Stovall, NC, part of Granville County Schools. Stovall-shaw Elementary serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Stovall-shaw Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,440 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Stovall-shaw Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • NC avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Stovall-shaw Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.2% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.4% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,027
Chronic Absenteeism29.1%

Stovall-shaw Elementary — Students at Stovall-shaw Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

79.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.4% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 38.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 35 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
45.6%
2025
Math
63.5%
ELA
37.6%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Stovall-shaw Elementary Compares

See how Stovall-shaw Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in NC
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
79%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 39, Stovall, NC 27582

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stovall-shaw Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. L B Yancey Elementary (rated 6.1/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Henderson), with a very similar rating. Another option is C. G. Credle Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Oxford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Oxford Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Oxford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stovall, see our Stovall schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Northern Granville Middle Oxford 6.7 mi 3.1
J. F. Webb High Oxford 7.0 mi 3.5
Oxford Preparatory Oxford 7.1 mi 7.8
Phoenix Academy Oxford 8.4 mi
West Oxford Elementary Oxford 8.3 mi 5.7
Granville Academy Oxford 8.4 mi 8.1
C. G. Credle Elementary Oxford 8.6 mi 6.0
New Hope Elementary Henderson 7.7 mi 3.6
Dabney Elementary Henderson 9.1 mi 3.0
Vance Co Early College Henderson 9.4 mi 8.3
Vance Charter School Henderson 10.4 mi 7.2
KERR-VANCE ACADEMY Henderson 12.2 mi 7.9
E M Rollins Elementary Henderson 12.1 mi 5.4
AdVance Academy Henderson 12.5 mi 5.2
STEM Early High Henderson 12.5 mi 9.3
Vance Virtual Village Academy Henderson 12.5 mi 5.0
CROSSROADS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Henderson 13.1 mi 5.9
L B Yancey Elementary Henderson 13.3 mi 6.1
Vance County Middle School Henderson 12.8 mi 2.7
Henderson Collegiate Henderson 13.4 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27582 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,958

Median Home Value

$156,300

Median Rent

$736/mo

Population

307

College Educated

18.9%

Homeownership

73.2%

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

41.3

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Evergreen Community Charter Asheville, NC 6.1
FIRST WESLEYAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gastonia, NC 6.1
Fairview Elementary High Point, NC 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stovall-shaw Elementary

What grades does Stovall-shaw Elementary serve?

Stovall-shaw Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Stovall-shaw Elementary?

Stovall-shaw Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stovall-shaw Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Stovall-shaw Elementary is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stovall-shaw Elementary rank in NC?

Stovall-shaw Elementary ranks #1,440 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Stovall-shaw Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Stovall-shaw Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Stovall-shaw Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stovall-shaw Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stovall-shaw Elementary a charter school?

No, Stovall-shaw Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Stovall-shaw Elementary a Title I school?

No, Stovall-shaw Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Stovall-shaw Elementary?

79.3% of students at Stovall-shaw 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
79.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Granville County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.1%

District

Granville County Schools
District Enrollment
6,553
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,027
District Rank
#6 of 15

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