Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wentworth Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wentworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wentworth Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Colors
Blue and White
School Motto
“Laying the Foundation for 21st Century Learning through Academics and Technology”
School Rankings
Wentworth 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 Wentworth Elementary School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1328 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
8%
22%
Black
10%
24%
White
73%
42%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Soaring Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wentworth Elementary School's ranking?
Wentworth Elementary School is ranked #1328 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Wentworth Elementary School often compared to?
Wentworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leaksville-spray Elementary School, Bethany Elementary School, John W Dillard Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Wentworth Elementary School?
497 students attend Wentworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Wentworth Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wentworth Elementary School?
Wentworth Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wentworth Elementary School offer ?
Wentworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wentworth Elementary School part of?
Wentworth Elementary School is part of Rockingham County Schools.
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