Serving 750 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lawrence Orr 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 29% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lawrence Orr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lawrence Orr Elementary School's student population of 750 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
750 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lawrence Orr 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 Lawrence Orr Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#1821 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
49%
20%
Black
34%
25%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lawrence Orr Elementary School's ranking?
Lawrence Orr Elementary School is ranked #1821 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Lawrence Orr Elementary School?
750 students attend Lawrence Orr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Lawrence Orr Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lawrence Orr Elementary School?
Lawrence Orr Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lawrence Orr Elementary School offer ?
Lawrence Orr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lawrence Orr Elementary School part of?
Lawrence Orr Elementary School is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Lawrence Orr Elementary School located?
Lawrence Orr Elementary School is located in the Eastland Wilora Lake neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 2 other public schools located in Eastland Wilora Lake.
School Reviews
5 5/9/2022
I can see the school performance of my children as they have improved tremendously. My six years old can read and he knows his additions. My pre-k daughter who is 4 years old knows how to say and spell her sight words and also, and she can express herself very well, tell stories and answer questions after a book has been read to her.
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