Serving 141 students in grades 4-5, Wadesboro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wadesboro Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Wadesboro Elementary School's student population of 141 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wadesboro Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wadesboro Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#2564 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
77%
25%
White
12%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wadesboro Elementary School's ranking?
Wadesboro Elementary School is ranked #2564 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Wadesboro Elementary School?
141 students attend Wadesboro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wadesboro Elementary School students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wadesboro Elementary School?
Wadesboro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wadesboro Elementary School offer ?
Wadesboro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5
What school district is Wadesboro Elementary School part of?
Wadesboro Elementary School is part of Anson County Schools School District.
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