NEW MARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
New Market Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Randolph County School System school district, located in Sophia, NC with about 492 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, New Market Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
New Market Elementary School, located in Sophia, North Carolina, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Randolph County School System. Dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment, the school focuses on the comprehensive development of its students, emphasizing core academic skills alongside character building. By maintaining strong ties to the local Sophia community, the school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive under the guidance of committed educators and staff.
The school’s academic approach is supported by the resources and curriculum standards of the Randolph County school district, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for future transitions. Beyond the classroom, New Market Elementary encourages parental involvement and community partnership to enhance the educational experience. With its emphasis on inclusivity and student-centered learning, the school remains a vital pillar for families in the Sophia area, striving to help every child reach their full potential in both their studies and personal growth.
For more information, contact New Market Elementary at (336) 495-3340 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Sophia, NC 27350-9795
(336) 495-3340
NEW MARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Sophia, NC with about 492 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Randolph County School System
- Total Students:
- 492
- Teachers:
- 33.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 492 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NEW MARKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 77.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.7%
- Two or more races
- 4.9%
- Black or African American
- 1.6%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 49.4%
- Male
- 50.6%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.