Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blackburn Elementary School ranks in the top 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 48% (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 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackburn Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Blackburn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackburn Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1076 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
4%
Hispanic
15%
21%
Black
6%
25%
White
57%
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
59%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Blackburn Elementary School's ranking?
Blackburn Elementary School is ranked #1076 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Blackburn Elementary School often compared to?
Blackburn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Balls Creek Elementary School, South Newton Elementary School 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 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Blackburn Elementary School?
488 students attend Blackburn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Blackburn Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackburn Elementary School?
Blackburn Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackburn Elementary School offer ?
Blackburn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blackburn Elementary School part of?
Blackburn Elementary School is part of Catawba County Schools School District.
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