Serving 269 students in grades 3-5, Longview 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 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Longview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Longview Elementary School's student population of 269 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Every Day, the Longview Way!
School Rankings
Longview 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 Longview Elementary School is 0.78, which is more 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
#1535 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
30%
22%
Black
23%
24%
White
25%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Longview Elementary School's ranking?
Longview Elementary School is ranked #1535 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Longview Elementary School often compared to?
Longview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Startown Elementary School, Southwest Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Longview Elementary School?
269 students attend Longview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Longview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Longview Elementary School?
Longview Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Longview Elementary School offer ?
Longview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Longview Elementary School part of?
Longview Elementary School is part of Hickory City Schools.
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