Blowing Rock Elementary
431 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Blowing Rock Elementary School, located in the scenic mountain town of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, serves as a central hub for the local community within the Watauga County School District. The school provides a supportive, small-town learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, character development, and a strong sense of community involvement. Its location in the High Country allows for a unique educational experience that often integrates the surrounding natural beauty into the school culture, fostering an appreciation for the environment alongside traditional core curricula.
As part of the Watauga County school system, the institution emphasizes a comprehensive approach to student growth, offering robust programs that cater to the developmental needs of elementary-aged children. The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff who focus on creating a personalized educational experience, encouraging active parental participation, and maintaining high standards for student achievement. Through its commitment to both academic rigor and community values, Blowing Rock Elementary plays a vital role in preparing its students for success as they transition into middle school and beyond.
As part of the Watauga County school system, the institution emphasizes a comprehensive approach to student growth, offering robust programs that cater to the developmental needs of elementary-aged children. The school is well-regarded for its dedicated faculty and staff who focus on creating a personalized educational experience, encouraging active parental participation, and maintaining high standards for student achievement. Through its commitment to both academic rigor and community values, Blowing Rock Elementary plays a vital role in preparing its students for success as they transition into middle school and beyond.
431
Total Students
32.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 346 |
| Hispanic | 15 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 59 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White346 (80.3 %)
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Two or More59 (13.7 %)
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Hispanic15 (3.5 %)
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Black4 (0.9 %)
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Asian4 (0.9 %)
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American Indian2 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Watauga County Schools |
| Phone: | (828)295-3204 |
| Website: | http://w.watauga.k12.nc.us/br |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 431 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 71 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 11 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
18
Kindergarten
46
Grade 1
54
Grade 2
31
Grade 3
49
Grade 4
55
Grade 5
37
Grade 6
51
Grade 7
39
Grade 8
51
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 18 |
| Kindergarten | 46 |
| Grade 1 | 54 |
| Grade 2 | 31 |
| Grade 3 | 49 |
| Grade 4 | 55 |
| Grade 5 | 37 |
| Grade 6 | 51 |
| Grade 7 | 39 |
| Grade 8 | 51 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 188 | 43.6% |
| Male | 243 | 56.4% |
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