Serving 617 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bill Hefner 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 21% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bill Hefner Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bill Hefner Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bill Hefner 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 Bill Hefner Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#2135 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
19%
20%
Black
53%
25%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
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 Bill Hefner Elementary School's ranking?
Bill Hefner Elementary School is ranked #2135 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bill Hefner Elementary School often compared to?
Bill Hefner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E E Miller Elementary School, Lake Rim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Bill Hefner Elementary School?
617 students attend Bill Hefner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bill Hefner Elementary School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bill Hefner Elementary School?
Bill Hefner Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bill Hefner Elementary School offer ?
Bill Hefner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bill Hefner Elementary School part of?
Bill Hefner Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/28/2019
My daughter has been attending this school since kindergarten. A few issues have come up with bullying but the principal Dr. Cahill has always listened and taken care of it. He genuinely cares about my daughter and always makes sure things go the right way. He still, after 5 years, says hello every morning to us both.
5 5/12/2015
Excellent school. The principal is the BEST! He is always available and with a big smile. The teacher make this school one of the best in fayetteville. My son is always happy and love his teachers.
5 1/17/2015
I am in 4th grade and have Ms. Mossow as a teacher. She is very nice, sweet and helpful. I think they are very good with managing money and making sure nobody gets left behind. My name is Kayla Fisk.
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