Serving 250 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moravian Falls Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moravian Falls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Moravian Falls Elementary School's student population of 250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Moravian Falls Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moravian Falls Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#80 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)85-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
33%
21%
Black
4%
25%
White
55%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moravian Falls Elementary School's ranking?
Moravian Falls Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Moravian Falls Elementary School?
250 students attend Moravian Falls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Moravian Falls Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moravian Falls Elementary School?
Moravian Falls Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moravian Falls Elementary School offer ?
Moravian Falls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moravian Falls Elementary School part of?
Moravian Falls Elementary School is part of Wilkes County Schools School District.
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