Serving 714 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Saint Pauls 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 40% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Pauls Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saint Pauls Elementary School's student population of 714 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Saint Pauls 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 Saint Pauls Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2058 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
51%
21%
Black
20%
25%
White
12%
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)
6%
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 Saint Pauls Elementary School's ranking?
Saint Pauls Elementary School is ranked #2058 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Saint Pauls Elementary School often compared to?
Saint Pauls Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pembroke Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Saint Pauls Elementary School?
714 students attend Saint Pauls Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Saint Pauls Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Pauls Elementary School?
Saint Pauls Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Saint Pauls Elementary School offer ?
Saint Pauls Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Pauls Elementary School part of?
Saint Pauls Elementary School is part of Of Robeson County School District.
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