South Newton Elementary School

South Newton Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-5
306 W I St,  Newton, NC
Newton Conover City Schools
3.8
326 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Billy Cannon
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
42%
Reading Proficiency
42%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
42%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.6%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
56.9%
State Average
54.6%
Science
54.3%
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
346:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.3%
Male
47.7%
White
38.9%
Hispanic
28%
Black
18%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.6%
Two or more races
6.6%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 16 Reviews
2.0 parent
7/19/2024
Not so long ago this was the top rated elementary school in Catawba County. Say what you like about the wonderful teachers, leadership programs etc… the test scores and improvement numbers don’t lie. Typical public school nowadays.
5.0 student
5/17/2016
South Newton is an amazing school that embraces the students, and creates a leader out of each and every student who walks through the doors. The staff is also wonderful. Teachers are helpful and prepare the students for the EOG's. This school is truly the best school ever!
5.0 other
2/2/2015
Since this school became a Leader in Me school, students are taking ownership over their learning and actions. This school is like a family. The school has strong leadership, and they are using their new school space constructively to provide opportunities for all students.
5.0 teacher
1/13/2015
South Newton has become a Leader In Me school. Leader In Me is more than a program it becomes a way of life that encourages everyone to find and utilize their leadership skills. Every student has leadership potential in various areas of life, South Newton supports the development of those skills. Ou...

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South Newton Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-5 in Newton, NC, in the Newton neighborhood, and is served by the Newton Conover City Schools in North Carolina. The school has a total enrollment of 326 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 42% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. South Newton Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $299,144. Discover additional schools in the area, like Newton-Conover High School, Discovery High School, Conover Special Education, and more. Learn more about what Newton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near South Newton Elementary School.

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