Locust Elementary School

Locust Elementary School

Public Elementary School | Grade K-5
103 School Rd,  Locust, NC
Stanly County Schools
3.4
526 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr David Grice
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
67%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
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Niche Grades

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Academics
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.9%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
79.3%
State Average
54.6%
Science
92.3%
State Average
68%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
448:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.4%
Male
49.6%
White
72%
Hispanic
16.7%
Two or more races
6%
Black
2.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 11 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/25/2025
My daughters absolutely love this school! My oldest has been attending since kindergarten, and we’ve been part of the Locust Elementary family for 5 years now.The principal, Dr. Furr, he is amazing — he welcomes every child with warmth and makes you feel safe and confident that your kids are in good...
5.0 parent
11/12/2024
The school it is ok. Some kids are rude.
5.0 parent
5/6/2024
Second year in Locust elementary and my kids absolutely love this school. From the principal (Mr. Furr) to the staff and teachers have been amazing. My kids are thriving and they love going to school.
5.0 parent
10/5/2021
My grandchildren enjoy going to Locust Elementary. The school is beautiful but the best are the teachers. All the teachers I’ve met really care about their students and how well they are progressing in school as well as their various sports they’re in.

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Locust Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-5 in Locust, NC, in the Locust neighborhood, and is served by the Stanly County Schools in North Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 526 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 77% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Locust Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $378,621. Discover additional schools in the area, like West Stanly High School, Carolina Christian School, West Stanly Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Locust has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Locust Elementary School.

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