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#1817 of 2,648 schools in NC
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Winstead Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Nash County Public Schools
991 South Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,817 of 2,648
In Rocky Mount
#6 of 19
public schools
In district
#13 of 27
Nash County Public Schools
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Winstead Avenue Elementary
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About Winstead Avenue Elementary
Winstead Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Rocky Mount, NC, part of Nash County Public Schools. Winstead Avenue Elementary serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Winstead Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,817 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Winstead Avenue Elementary show 49% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 4.9
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Winstead Avenue 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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Winstead Avenue Elementary — Students at Winstead Avenue Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 8 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
How Winstead Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Winstead Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
991 South Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Winstead Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Englewood Elementary (rated 4.4/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Fairview Elementary (rated 4.4/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Rocky Mount, see our Rocky Mount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROCKY MOUNT ACADEMY Rocky Mount | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Englewood Elementary Rocky Mount | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ST ANDREW'S ESPISCOPAL SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rocky Mount High Rocky Mount | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Benvenue Elementary Rocky Mount | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| G R Edwards Middle Rocky Mount | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Nash Everywhere Digital Academy (NEDA) Rocky Mount | 2.2 mi | — |
| Williford Elementary Rocky Mount | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Tar River Academy Rocky Mount | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rocky Mount Middle Rocky Mount | 2.3 mi | 5.3 |
| CITI High School Rocky Mount | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| OUR LADY PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rocky Mount | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Nash Central High Rocky Mount | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CHOSEN GENERATION CHILDCARE CENTER Rocky Mount | 2.9 mi | — |
| NRM Early College High School Rocky Mount | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Northern Nash High Rocky Mount | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Fairview Elementary Rocky Mount | 4.1 mi | 4.4 |
| J W Parker Middle Rocky Mount | 4.0 mi | 1.9 |
| D S Johnson Elementary Rocky Mount | 4.1 mi | 1.9 |
| Baskerville Elementary Rocky Mount | 4.2 mi | 1.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,837
Median Home Value
$177,600
Median Rent
$977/mo
Population
29,992
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
42.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Altamahaw-Ossipee Elementary Elon, NC | 5.4 |
| Black Mountain Primary Black Mountain, NC | 5.4 |
| Brightwood Elementary Greensboro, NC | 5.4 |
| Caleb's Creek Elementary Kernersville, NC | 5.4 |
| Clear Creek Elementary Hendersonville, NC | 5.4 |
| Cloverleaf Elementary Statesville, NC | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Winstead Avenue Elementary
What grades does Winstead Avenue Elementary serve?
Winstead Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Winstead Avenue Elementary?
Winstead Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Winstead Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Winstead Avenue Elementary is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Winstead Avenue Elementary rank in NC?
Winstead Avenue Elementary ranks #1,817 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Winstead Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Winstead Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Winstead Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Winstead Avenue Elementary has 49% math proficiency (2025 NC) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 NC).
Is Winstead Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Winstead Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Winstead Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Winstead Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Winstead Avenue Elementary?
96.8% of students at Winstead Avenue 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
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Nash County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.6%
- Phone
- (252) 462-2845
Resources & Links
District
Nash County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 14,568
- Schools in District
- 28
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,350
- District Rank
- #13 of 27
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