Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wentworth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wentworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wentworth Elementary School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Motto
鈥淟aying the Foundation for 21st Century Learning through Academics and Technology鈥
School Mascot
Soaring Eagles
School Rankings
Wentworth Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wentworth Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1328 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
75%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Soaring Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wentworth Elementary School's ranking?
Wentworth Elementary School is ranked #1328 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wentworth Elementary School often compared to?
Wentworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leaksville-spray Elementary School, John W Dillard Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wentworth Elementary School?
509 students attend Wentworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Wentworth Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wentworth Elementary School?
Wentworth Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wentworth Elementary School offer ?
Wentworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wentworth Elementary School part of?
Wentworth Elementary School is part of Rockingham County Schools School District.
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