publicelementaryPK-5

Banner Elk Elementary

155 Orchard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604, United States

+1 (828) 737-5700

http://www.averyschools.net/schools/bes.aspx

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Banner Elk Elementary Overview

About This School

Banner Elk Elementary is a public elementary in Banner Elk, North Carolina, serving 159 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 83% in English Language Arts, 78% in math, and 88% in science. The school maintains a 15:1 student-teacher ratio with 10 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $48,922. Counseling resources include one counselor for every 397 students. The student body is composed of 52% male and 48% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population at Banner Elk Elementary is 87% White, 9% Hispanic, 3% Asian, and 1% Black.

159

Total Students

PK-5

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

10 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Avery County

Students per Counselor

397:1

Banner Elk Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Mathematics

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Science

Class Information

15:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

397

Students per Counselor

Banner Elk Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$48,922

City Avg: $48,922

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio15:1

Students per Counselor397:1

Banner Elk Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.57%

Male

48.43%

Female

Total Enrollment: 159 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White87.42%

Hispanic8.81%

Asian2.52%

Black1.26%

Two or More Races0%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Banner Elk Elementary

Q: What is Banner Elk Elementary?

A: Banner Elk Elementary is a elementary public located in Banner Elk.

Q: How many students attend Banner Elk Elementary?

A: Banner Elk Elementary has approximately 159 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Banner Elk Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Banner Elk Elementary is 15:1.

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Detailed Information about Banner Elk Elementary

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About Banner Elk Elementary - Banner Elk, NC

Quick Facts about Banner Elk Elementary
School Name	Banner Elk Elementary
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	155 Orchard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604, Banner Elk, NC
County	Avery County
Phone	+1 (828) 737-5700
Total Students	159
Student-Teacher Ratio	15:1
Full-Time Teachers	10
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Banner Elk Elementary

What is Banner Elk Elementary?

Banner Elk Elementary is a elementary public located in Banner Elk.

How many students attend Banner Elk Elementary?

Banner Elk Elementary has approximately 159 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Banner Elk Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Banner Elk Elementary is 15:1.

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