Serving 391 students in grades 3-5, Bessemer City Central 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 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bessemer City Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bessemer City Central Elementary School's student population of 391 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bessemer City Central 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 Bessemer City Central Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2168 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
29%
25%
White
45%
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
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bessemer City Central Elementary School's ranking?
Bessemer City Central Elementary School is ranked #2168 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bessemer City Central Elementary School often compared to?
Bessemer City Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessemer City Primary, Tryon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Bessemer City Central Elementary School?
391 students attend Bessemer City Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bessemer City Central Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bessemer City Central Elementary School?
Bessemer City Central Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bessemer City Central Elementary School offer ?
Bessemer City Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Bessemer City Central Elementary School part of?
Bessemer City Central Elementary School is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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