Serving 673 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rankin 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 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rankin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Rankin Elementary School's student population of 673 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Rankin 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 Rankin Elementary School is 0.62, 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
#2130 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)34%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
24%
22%
Black
56%
24%
White
3%
42%
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
100%
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 Rankin Elementary School's ranking?
Rankin Elementary School is ranked #2130 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Rankin Elementary School often compared to?
Rankin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brightwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Rankin Elementary School?
673 students attend Rankin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rankin Elementary School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rankin Elementary School?
Rankin Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rankin Elementary School offer ?
Rankin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rankin Elementary School part of?
Rankin Elementary School is part of Guilford County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Rankin Elementary School located?
Rankin Elementary School is located in the Rankin Area neighborhood of Greensboro, NC.
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