The top reported proficiency rate is 83% in Math. The lowest is 65% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Cool Spring Elementary
Cool Spring Elementary serves pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Cleveland, a small, primarily residential town in western Rowan County situated between Charlotte and Winston-Salem. The school sits within Iredell-Statesville Schools, a district undergoing significant redistricting tied to new school openings set for the 2027-2028 school year. Families considering this area should be aware that attendance boundaries may shift as the district adds Weathers Creek High School and Parkertown Elementary, potentially affecting future school assignments and housing decisions.
The school's academic profile shows solid performance in mathematics and mixed results in other tested areas. In grades three through five, the proficiency rate in math stands above the midpoint for Iredell County districts; in English language arts, proficiency is lower but still reported. Science proficiency, measured only on a sample of students, is the weakest of the three subjects. Math performance is the clearer strength. Across all tested subjects and grades combined, the school's overall proficiency index places it in the top quartile relative to other Iredell County districts. A parent may want to discuss with the school what accounts for the difference between math and ELA performance, and what supports are available for students working below proficiency, especially in science and reading.
The student body is almost entirely economically disadvantaged; virtually all students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. The enrollment is small for an elementary school. Racial and ethnic composition is predominantly white, with a Hispanic population representing a meaningful share, and smaller numbers of Black and Asian students. No data on enrollment of English learners or students with individualized education plans is publicly available from the state, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about language-support and special-education services.
Cleveland itself is a quiet, rural-suburban setting with family-owned farms, churches, and small-scale commercial life. The town center clusters around schools and civic buildings, including the library housed in a former school auditorium. Most residents own their homes. Daimler Truck North America, the region's largest employer, operates a major truck plant on the outskirts; the plant has undergone recent layoffs, a factor affecting local economic stability. New single-family construction in the West Rowan area tends toward custom homes on larger lots rather than dense subdivisions.
The housing market in the zip code reflects affordability relative to state and national benchmarks. Monthly mortgage costs are moderate; rent-to-income ratios are comparable to national norms. The area appeals to families seeking a slower pace and rural character, though job security can fluctuate with manufacturing cycles.
Iredell-Statesville Schools operates on an early-start academic calendar, beginning school earlier in August and finishing first-semester exams before winter break. This is relevant for families planning summers, holiday schedules, and students pursuing dual enrollment at community colleges, as the calendar aligns with local college schedules.
Cool Spring is a regular public elementary school with no charter or magnet designation. State testing data is available for grades three through five, where the school reports results; pre-K through grade two are not state-tested. The school's website information was not located, so a parent would benefit from contacting the school or district directly to learn about specific programs, classroom structure, parent involvement, or enrollment procedures.
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