Serving 278 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Old Dock Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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-4
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Dock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Old Dock Elementary School's student population of 278 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Old Dock 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 Old Dock 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
#420 out of 2617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
9%
25%
White
60%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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)
8%
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 Old Dock Elementary School's ranking?
Old Dock Elementary School is ranked #420 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Old Dock Elementary School?
278 students attend Old Dock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Old Dock Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Old Dock Elementary School?
Old Dock Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Old Dock Elementary School offer ?
Old Dock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Old Dock Elementary School part of?
Old Dock Elementary School is part of Columbus County Schools School District.
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