Summary:
The city of Poplar Branch, North Carolina is home to a single standout elementary school, W.T. Griggs Elementary, which serves grades PK-5 and has a total enrollment of 247 students. This school is part of the Currituck County Schools district, which is ranked 48 out of 242 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating.
W.T. Griggs Elementary is a high-performing school that consistently outperforms the district and state in standardized test scores, particularly in Mathematics. In 2023-2024, 87.8% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in Mathematics, compared to 76.1% for the district and 62.7% for the state. The school has also seen a steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 713th out of 1,514 North Carolina elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 412th out of 1,505 in 2023-2024, with a 4-star rating.
The school's diverse student population, with 70.04% White, 18.62% Hispanic, and 10.53% two or more races, is a strength, providing students with exposure to different backgrounds and perspectives. However, the school also serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with 48.99% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in the 2022-2023 school year. Despite this, W.T. Griggs Elementary continues to excel academically, suggesting that the school is providing a high-quality education and the necessary support to ensure all students can succeed.
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