Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Junaluska Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junaluska Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Junaluska Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Junaluska Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junaluska Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#463 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
n/a
25%
White
82%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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 Junaluska Elementary School's ranking?
Junaluska Elementary School is ranked #463 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Junaluska Elementary School often compared to?
Junaluska Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shining Rock Classical Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Junaluska Elementary School?
421 students attend Junaluska Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Junaluska Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Junaluska Elementary School?
Junaluska Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Junaluska Elementary School offer ?
Junaluska Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Junaluska Elementary School part of?
Junaluska Elementary School is part of Haywood County Schools School District.
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