What grades does Meadow School serve?

Meadow School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Benson area.

Where is Meadow School located?

Meadow School is a rural school in Benson, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadow School is 14.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Benson, NC?

Schools in Benson include Meadow School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Benson area.

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Meadow School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Benson, North Carolina|Johnston County Public Schools

Benson, NC 27504

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School Profile

Grades

PK–8

Enrollment

661

Student:Teacher

14.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

Johnston County Public Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

99.5%

Phone

(919)894-4226

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45%

48th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

43%

54th percentile in NC

Chronic Absenteeism

11.0%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

45 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1

Near average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

756

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

1.5

Psychologists

0.80000001

Social Workers

0.30000001

Nurses

School Resource Officers

0.5

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,352

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,356

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,012

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 65%Local 24%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$431,758

-2.6% 1yr+34.6% 5yr

Raleigh, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

19.4%

Below 150% poverty line

3.8%

Unemployment rate

11.2%

Uninsured residents

10.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,204

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

5,823

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

2,540 (44%)

Other Health Impairment

1,101 (19%)

Autism

787 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

542 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

251 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

111 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

646

Current enrollment

Stable(+1% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Sep 10, 2026

BOG Testing 3rd Grade

exam

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Johnston County Public Schools. Meadow School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	BOY MAP Testing (Reading)District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	BOY MAP Testing (Reading)District-wide	exam	—
Thu, Sep 3, 2026	MAP Testing in 6th-8th MathDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School - HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Planning Period PDDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	BOG Testing 3rd Grade District-wide	exam	—