Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, W H Knuckles ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
W H Knuckles ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
W H Knuckles's student population of 384 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
W H Knuckles 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 W H Knuckles is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2143 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
12%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
25%
21%
Black
54%
25%
White
4%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W H Knuckles's ranking?
W H Knuckles is ranked #2143 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend W H Knuckles?
384 students attend W H Knuckles.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of W H Knuckles students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W H Knuckles?
W H Knuckles has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does W H Knuckles offer ?
W H Knuckles offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W H Knuckles part of?
W H Knuckles is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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