Serving 455 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pine Valley 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 60% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pine Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Pine Valley Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Pine Valley 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 Pine Valley Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#860 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
13%
25%
White
69%
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
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
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 Pine Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Pine Valley Elementary School is ranked #860 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pine Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Pine Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr John Codington Elementary School, Dr Hubert Eaton Sr Elementary School, Carolina Beach Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pine Valley Elementary School?
455 students attend Pine Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Pine Valley Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pine Valley Elementary School?
Pine Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pine Valley Elementary School offer ?
Pine Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Valley Elementary School part of?
Pine Valley Elementary School is part of New Hanover County Schools School District.
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