Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Celeste Henkel Elementary School ranks in the top 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 61% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Celeste Henkel Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1926
School Calendar
School Mascot
Celeste Hornets
School Rankings
Celeste Henkel Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Celeste Henkel Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#999 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)61%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
63%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Celeste Hornets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celeste Henkel Elementary School's ranking?
Celeste Henkel Elementary School is ranked #999 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Celeste Henkel Elementary School?
545 students attend Celeste Henkel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Celeste Henkel Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Celeste Henkel Elementary School?
Celeste Henkel Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Celeste Henkel Elementary School offer ?
Celeste Henkel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Celeste Henkel Elementary School part of?
Celeste Henkel Elementary School is part of Iredell-Statesville Schools School District.
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