Serving 730 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Saint Stephens Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 730 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Stephens Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Saint Stephens Elementary School's student population of 730 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
Saint Stephens Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saint Stephens Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#2186 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
36%
21%
Black
19%
25%
White
30%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Saint Stephens Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Stephens Elementary School is ranked #2186 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Saint Stephens Elementary School often compared to?
Saint Stephens Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Saint Stephens Elementary School?
730 students attend Saint Stephens Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Saint Stephens Elementary School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Stephens Elementary School?
Saint Stephens Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Saint Stephens Elementary School offer ?
Saint Stephens Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Stephens Elementary School part of?
Saint Stephens Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/15/2020
Great school! the teachers are kind and some are a little mean but still good!
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