What grades does Rock Springs Elementary serve?

As a Primary school, Rock Springs Elementary serves students in Denver, NC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Rock Springs Elementary located?

You can find Rock Springs Elementary in Denver, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rock Springs Elementary?

At Rock Springs Elementary, there are approximately 15.8 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Denver, NC?

Rock Springs Elementary is among the schools serving Denver, NC. The school is part of the local school system.

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Rock Springs Elementary — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Denver, North Carolina|Lincoln County Schools

Denver, NC 28037

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Make-up Picture DayEvent

Carolina Photography will be at Rock Springs Elementary School for Fall makeup pictures on Oct 5.Paper flyers will still be accepted at the camera. Or after picture day, proofs will be sent to the school to distribute for parents to order online with the access code that’s on the proof.

Oct

Wed

RSE SIT MeetingEvent

Oct

Fri

All Pro Dads BreakfastBreakDistrict-wide

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Oct

Mon

Teacher Workday -- No School for StudentsEvent

Oct

Mon

No School: Mandatory Teacher Workday: Professional Development for StaffStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Tue

Teacher Workday -- No School for StudentsEvent

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

647

Student:Teacher

15.8:1

Locale

Rural

District

Lincoln County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

21.5%

Phone

(704)483-2281

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

72%

92th percentile in NC

Math Proficiency

78%

96th percentile in NC

Chronic Absenteeism

2.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

75 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1

Worse than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

577

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

35.56

81% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.090000004

Social Workers

0.25

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,722

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,821

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$11,879

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 63%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$382,567

-0.8% 1yr+37.8% 5yr

Charlotte, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.5%

Unemployment rate

8.6%

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

1,771

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,653

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

595 (36%)

Speech/Language Impairment

361 (22%)

Other Health Impairment

252 (15%)

Autism

189 (11%)

Intellectual Disability

133 (8%)

Emotional Disturbance

28 (2%)

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

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

639

Current enrollment

Stable(+9% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Make-up Picture Day

Event

Wed, Oct 7, 2026

RSE SIT Meeting

Event

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

All Pro Dads Breakfast

Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Lincoln County Schools. Rock Springs Elementary follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day- No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	MTSS meeting (K-2 teachers with Hollis Baker)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Sep 10, 2026	LIM Training (Full Planning)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 11, 2026	All Pro Dads BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.	Break	—
Tue, Sep 22, 2026	Mandatory Workday- PT ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Teacher Assistant DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Make-up Picture Day Carolina Photography will be at Rock Springs Elementary School for Fall makeup pictures on Oct 5.Paper flyers will still be accepted at the camera. Or after picture day, proofs will be sent to the school to distribute for parents to order online with the access code that’s on the proof.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	All Pro Dads BreakfastDistrict-wide Check the event notice for breakfast time and location details.	Break	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No School: Mandatory Teacher Workday: Professional Development for StaffDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	M-Workday (end of 9 wks)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	Fall Festival @ DUMC	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Sailor Brewing in the car rider line Order your coffee for pick up in the afternoon car rider line	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Fun Run The Fun Run will take place in the bus lot this year. Stay tuned for more information!	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Wed, Nov 4, 2026	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 2, 2026	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Last Day of School Before Winter Break Review the school calendar for the exact date and winter break details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Tue, Dec 22, 2026	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Tue, Jan 5, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	First Day of Second Semester	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Feb 8, 2027	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Wed, Mar 3, 2027	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Mon, Mar 8, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	Report Cards Sent Home	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break -- No School for Students and Staff School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	Progress Reports Sent Home	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	RSE SIT Meeting	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	Last Day of School -- Early Release	Event	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Holiday -- No School for Students and Staff Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Tue, Jun 1, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—
Wed, Jun 2, 2027	Teacher Workday -- No School for Students	Event	—