Serving 138 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hot Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hot Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hot Springs Elementary School's student population of 138 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Hot Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hot Springs Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#158 out of 2617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
n/a
25%
White
89%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
9%
4%
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 Hot Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Hot Springs Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hot Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Hot Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brush Creek Elementary School, Mars Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hot Springs Elementary School?
138 students attend Hot Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Hot Springs Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hot Springs Elementary School?
Hot Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hot Springs Elementary School offer ?
Hot Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hot Springs Elementary School part of?
Hot Springs Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools School District.
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