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Piney Grove Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 765 students

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5 stars

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Posted February 2, 2011

I graduated from this school in 2001 and I think it gave a strong foundation for my educational career. I highly recommend this school.


Posted January 3, 2011

My son is going to kindergarden this year at Piney Grove and he and I love it. They are very caring and he has already learned so much from his teacher Ms. Selvek. If your looking for a great school for your child look no further this is it!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 11, 2010

My grandson goes there. It is his door to a good future.


Posted October 11, 2010

Everyone there has a true passion for teaching and I feel my son is cared for and given a great education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 28, 2009

I have a daughter that just started Kindergarden. This school has exceeded my expectations on every level! I would highly recommend Piney Grove to anyone!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 14, 2009

This school is absolutely GREAT!! My son is attending school for the first time, he's at Piney Grove for pre-K, and his teacher Ms. Fannell has been wonderful! I have felt like she really takes the time to work with each child and see how they are progressing individually and works on their specific needs until they've learned it. The school principal is also wonderful, she attends all school events and makes it a point to approach each parent. We are happy and greatful our son attended this wonderful school!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 30, 2005

If you just look at the achievement numbers in the charlotte observer you would get the wrong impression of piney grove elementary. This school had academic growth numbers off the chart 2004/2005 that wasn't published in the charlotte observer. If your child is fortunate enough to attend piney grove elementary school, he/she will receive a fabulous education, but equally important he/she will be attending a school were safety is paramount, parent-involvement is 100% encouraged and where the entire staff is dedicated to promote the academic success of your child! i have a second grader in piney grove. I am involved in the pta and student leadership committee so i see what goes on in-front and behind the scenes. Piney grove elementary has a plan of attack to not only attain, but surpass all of its #'s in 2005/2006!
—Submitted by J. Bumgarner, a parent


Posted July 2, 2005

I have a child that has been at Piney Grove for three years, and we have been absolutely blessed every year with the teachers and the entire staff. My son loves this school. Everyone there is truly wonderful.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 6, 2004

If you are looking for a truly special school family this is the school for your children. At Piney Grove the teachers and staff work with parents to achieve success for each student.There is/are:a full-time Talent Development instructor; 5th grade students learn to play the recorder; we have student class council; student-led morning announcements and a chess club. Additionally, we have an amazing, active PTA. We currently have three children enrolled in this school and we couldn't be happier!
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

150 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
62%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
79%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
68%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 82% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
62%
Science

The state average for Science was 76% in 2012.

114 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
56%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students88%
Female90%
Male86%
Black86%
Asian>95%
Hispanic87%
Multiracial>95%
American Indiann/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged86%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Students with disabilities56%
Non-disabled students92%
Limited English proficiency86%
Proficient in English89%
Academically gifted>95%

Reading

All Students73%
Female77%
Male70%
Black74%
Asian60%
Hispanic65%
Multiracial>95%
American Indiann/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities39%
Non-disabled students78%
Limited English proficiency57%
Proficient in English78%
Academically gifted>95%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students70%
Female71%
Male69%
Black68%
Asian>95%
Hispanic63%
Multiracial86%
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White85%
Economically disadvantaged68%
Not economically disadvantaged81%
Students with disabilities20%
Non-disabled students79%
Limited English proficiency58%
Proficient in English74%
Academically giftedn/a

Reading

All Students49%
Female51%
Male47%
Black52%
Asian20%
Hispanic41%
Multiracial71%
American Indiann/a
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islandern/a
White62%
Economically disadvantaged46%
Not economically disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilities10%
Non-disabled students56%
Limited English proficiency19%
Proficient in English58%
Academically giftedn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Math

All Students86%
Female82%
Male90%
Black82%
Asiann/a
Hispanic87%
Multiracial>95%
American Indiann/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged84%
Not economically disadvantaged>95%
Students with disabilities33%
Non-disabled students91%
Limited English proficiency75%
Proficient in English88%
Academically giftedn/a

Reading

All Students73%
Female69%
Male76%
Black77%
Asiann/a
Hispanic67%
Multiracial80%
American Indiann/a
White70%
Economically disadvantaged70%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Students with disabilities22%
Non-disabled students77%
Limited English proficiency31%
Proficient in English80%
Academically giftedn/a

Science

All Students79%
Female71%
Male86%
Black80%
Asiann/a
Hispanic74%
Multiracial80%
American Indiann/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Students with disabilities44%
Non-disabled students82%
Limited English proficiency56%
Proficient in English83%
Academically giftedn/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 North Carolina used End-of-Grade (EOG) tests to assess students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading and math, and grades 5, 8, and 10 in science. The EOG is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of North Carolina. Students must pass the grade 8 EOG test in order to graduate from high school. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, data for that group is not reported.

See North Carolina's state standards

Source: North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 46% 31%
Hispanic 35% 11%
White 15% 54%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 2%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 68%N/A34%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 13N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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8801 Eaglewind Dr
Charlotte, NC 28212
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Phone: (980) 343-6470

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