Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Welcome Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Welcome Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Welcome Elementary School's student population of 638 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
I am a life-long learner.
School Rankings
Welcome 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 Welcome Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1341 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)54%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
14%
22%
Black
7%
24%
White
71%
42%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Welcome Elementary School's ranking?
Welcome Elementary School is ranked #1341 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Welcome Elementary School often compared to?
Welcome Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Elementary School, Midway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Welcome Elementary School?
638 students attend Welcome Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Welcome Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Welcome Elementary School?
Welcome Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Welcome Elementary School offer ?
Welcome Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Welcome Elementary School part of?
Welcome Elementary School is part of Davidson County Schools.
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