Serving 301 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Clyde Erwin 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 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clyde Erwin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Clyde Erwin Elementary School's student population of 301 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Clyde Erwin Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clyde Erwin Elementary School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1605 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
31%
21%
Black
28%
25%
White
28%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clyde Erwin Elementary School's ranking?
Clyde Erwin Elementary School is ranked #1605 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Clyde Erwin Elementary School often compared to?
Clyde Erwin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwoods Elementary School, Bell Fork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Clyde Erwin Elementary School?
301 students attend Clyde Erwin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Clyde Erwin Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 28% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clyde Erwin Elementary School?
Clyde Erwin Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clyde Erwin Elementary School offer ?
Clyde Erwin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clyde Erwin Elementary School part of?
Clyde Erwin Elementary School is part of Onslow County Schools School District.
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