Rockfish Hoke Elementary

Raeford, NC 28376

Phone: (910) 875-9343
Fax: (910) 875-3761
District: Hoke County School District

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GreatSchools Rating

public • Grades PK,KG,1,2,3,4,5 • 588 students

Rockfish Hoke Elementary, a public school located in Raeford, NC, serves grades PK-5 in the Hoke County School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.

Rockfish Hoke Elementary is a public school located in Raeford, NC. 588 students attend Rockfish Hoke Elementary.

School Ratings

Category Rating Details
Test Scores 5/10 The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2025 North Carolina End-of-Course Tests data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction, and using 2025 North Carolina End-of-Grade Tests data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Student Growth 2/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2024 Student growth data from North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.

Posted: October 3, 2023

My children have been at this school for 4 years. In my opinion it has gone down hill. This year the schools main focus is testing and making sure the students pass state testing. If not they will be retented. My kids have expressed to me how overwhelmed they are and how the teachers do not help them when they ask for help. My student is having issues with one of their teachers and it is taking a toll on them. I was lead to believe this was the "better" school in hoke county. Now im not so sure.

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Posted: December 8, 2022

The teachers have been great at this school. The administration has been okay so far. My child has been here since Pre-K. The only teachers we didn't enjoy were those first ones. My child has special needs and they tried to gaslight us. Luckily, I actually have known my child her whole life and it worked out just fine.
Halfway through that year, covid happened. Everything was crazy for all of kindergarten and half of 1st but her teachers were amazing both times. Her current teachers are great too.
I don't think any schools in North Carolina care one bit about Special needs unless your kid is straight up failing classes though. My oldest had to drop out of high schools here due to their mental and physical illnesses due to a lack of any plans with the school systems around the area (two different ones).

Rockfish Hoke Elementary seems to be the best in this particular school system though. We plan on moving before middle school.

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Posted: August 22, 2022

Current parent of 2 students at RHE, also an educator. This will be our family’s 3rd year of attendance. I have been very satisfied with the teaching staff and parent communication.

Posted: September 27, 2021

I believe they have had (and may still have) some discriminatory issues. There are some great teachers there but unfortunately, there are some "not so great" teachers as well. Some of the teachers can be arrogant, uncooperative, and unproductive with "certain" parents and students; so beware.

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Posted: July 2, 2019

This is a great school to send your children. I would choose this school over many others. They are just in need of some changes to help students become better academically and make school more exciting to attend.

Posted: July 2, 2019

Busy work that takes an entire evening to complete is worthless if the kids can’t even remember how to do it!

Posted: July 2, 2019

Growth is low, what is being done at school if my kids can only remember my strategies

Posted: July 2, 2019

The students are respectful for the most part when I visit. They have typical kid behaviors.

Posted: July 2, 2019

The school went through 2 assistant principals in one school year. What does that say??

Posted: July 2, 2019

I do not see a great effort to advance my kids. However, I do believe the special needs children get good attention.

Posted: July 2, 2019

The old assistant principal, counselor, and social worker are awesome when it comes to listening!

Posted: April 1, 2019

Strong variety of clubs to include chess, robotics, beta club, and math. My kids loved the art program there! Been here for five years and all of my kids teachers, to include the principal, have been amazing.

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Posted: June 1, 2016

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Posted: June 1, 2016

Teaching only focus on test prep. There is not a consistent curriculum. Limited clubs for students to participate in after school. Poor communication from some of the teachers.

Posted: June 1, 2016

Because my child was not struggling academically there was no effort to challenge my child.

Posted: December 8, 2015

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Posted: December 8, 2015

The staff is always pleasant and the students are kind and respectful! The classrooms show supportive and creative environments for optimal learning!

Posted: October 12, 2015

I rated Rockfish Hoke Elementary a five star school because of the location and because the teachers there truly care for their students. I love this school! The teachers are great.

Posted: October 11, 2015

Teachers are ensuring that students are using the correct values in their classroom environments. They are reinforcing these values with positive re-enforcements.

Posted: October 11, 2015

My daughter has attended this school for the past 3 years. I love the teachers and the staff! It's a smaller school so everyone tends to know everyone. The teachers are amazing at collaborating with one another, and work hard to insure your child is successful. I hope that we are here long enough for my daughter to complete her elementary education here.

Posted: August 14, 2015

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Posted: August 14, 2015

Great school, great area. Teachers come and go often but replacements seem great. Small school means more attention for our kids. K-5

Posted: February 23, 2015

We are very unhappy with this schools performance. We received a report card in the school and the scores were terrible. While they claim to be improving, I think they have a long way to go before they earn an 8 out of 10. My daughter in is Kindergarden and her teacher is uninvolved, she doesn't participate in the fun activities they have for the little ones (ie. 100 days of school). It's been a frustrating situation her and I'm glad we will be pcsing back to GA for the next school year.

Posted: December 27, 2013

I love this school. The teachers/staff are all very friendly and the kids are all pushed to their best potential (in a good way), my daughter has learned SO much this year alone. The principle really cares for the kids, welcomes them each morning in the halls and knows most of them by name. Big thumbs up for this school.

Posted: October 22, 2012

Absolutely love RHE! The teachers are amazing and do everything they can to make sure the children are striving for their best. Children are pushed to do their best, but not to an "overwhelming" point. Mrs. Dowless, the principal is absolutely wonderful too; You know she really cares for the students! My daughter has went to RHE from PreK to currently 3rd grade (=

Posted: October 2, 2012

I really appreciate this school, they listen to my concerns, strive to make learning more challenging. Mrs. Ashley VP is always checking in around the campus and has addressed previous concerns of mine in a timely manner. The teachers know the children by name and speak to them. Ms. Dallas (Principal) is always smiling and strives to help get the recognition it desirves. The custodial staff even helps children pick up stuff or even tie their shoes when I have seen parents walk by the children. I try to be involved as much as I can but also do not hesitate to call and find out from teachers and the office what can be done to help.

Posted: September 23, 2012

This school is great. The teachers are so nice and will work with you and your child to get to where they need to be. The principle is very friendly and helpful as well. It scored highest in Raeford Elementary schools last yr too.

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