Serving 454 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Hobbton Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hobbton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hobbton Elementary School's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hobbton Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hobbton Elementary School is 0.65, which is less 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
#998 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
48%
21%
Black
11%
25%
White
34%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hobbton Elementary School's ranking?
Hobbton Elementary School is ranked #998 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Hobbton Elementary School often compared to?
Hobbton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hargrove Elementary School, Clement Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Hobbton Elementary School?
454 students attend Hobbton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hobbton Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hobbton Elementary School?
Hobbton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hobbton Elementary School offer ?
Hobbton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hobbton Elementary School part of?
Hobbton Elementary School is part of Sampson County Schools.
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