Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pactolus 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 45% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pactolus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pactolus's student population of 635 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
We Are Better, Together!
School Rankings
Pactolus 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 Pactolus is 0.63, 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
#1998 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)45%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
49%
25%
White
9%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
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 Pactolus's ranking?
Pactolus is ranked #1998 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Pactolus often compared to?
Pactolusis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Pactolus?
635 students attend Pactolus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pactolus students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pactolus?
Pactolus has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pactolus offer ?
Pactolus offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pactolus part of?
Pactolus is part of Pitt County Schools.
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