Serving 362 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Oakboro Choice Stem 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 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakboro Choice Stem ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oakboro Choice Stem's student population of 362 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Oakboro Choice Stem 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 Oakboro Choice Stem is 0.29, 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
#512 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
9%
21%
Black
2%
25%
White
84%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
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 Oakboro Choice Stem's ranking?
Oakboro Choice Stem is ranked #512 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Oakboro Choice Stem often compared to?
Oakboro Choice Stemis often viewed alongside schools like Aquadale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Oakboro Choice Stem?
362 students attend Oakboro Choice Stem.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oakboro Choice Stem students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakboro Choice Stem?
Oakboro Choice Stem has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oakboro Choice Stem offer ?
Oakboro Choice Stem offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakboro Choice Stem part of?
Oakboro Choice Stem is part of Stanly County Schools School District.
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