Serving 332 students in grades 3-5, D S Johnson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
D S Johnson Elementary School's student population of 332 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
D S Johnson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of D S Johnson Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#2601 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
21%
Black
89%
25%
White
2%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
2%
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 D S Johnson Elementary School's ranking?
D S Johnson Elementary School is ranked #2601 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend D S Johnson Elementary School?
332 students attend D S Johnson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of D S Johnson Elementary School students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of D S Johnson Elementary School?
D S Johnson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does D S Johnson Elementary School offer ?
D S Johnson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is D S Johnson Elementary School part of?
D S Johnson Elementary School is part of Nash County School District.
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