Serving 568 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Koontz 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 18% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Koontz Elementary School's student population of 568 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Koontz 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 Koontz Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2545 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)18%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
29%
21%
Black
50%
25%
White
11%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Koontz Elementary School's ranking?
Koontz Elementary School is ranked #2545 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Koontz Elementary School often compared to?
Koontz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Knollwood Elementary School, Overton Elementary School, Reeds Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Koontz Elementary School?
568 students attend Koontz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Koontz Elementary School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Koontz Elementary School?
Koontz Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Koontz Elementary School offer ?
Koontz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Koontz Elementary School part of?
Koontz Elementary School is part of Rowan-Salisbury Schools.
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