Serving 293 students in grades 3-5, Pumpkin Center Intermediate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pumpkin Center Intermediate's student population of 293 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pumpkin Center Intermediate ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pumpkin Center Intermediate is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#710 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
20%
Black
2%
25%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pumpkin Center Intermediate's ranking?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate is ranked #710 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Pumpkin Center Intermediate?
293 students attend Pumpkin Center Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pumpkin Center Intermediate students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pumpkin Center Intermediate?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pumpkin Center Intermediate offer ?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pumpkin Center Intermediate part of?
Pumpkin Center Intermediate is part of Lincoln County Schools School District.
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