Serving 450 students in grades 2-5, Vanstory Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vanstory Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vanstory Hills Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vanstory Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vanstory Hills Elementary School is 0.69, 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
#1034 out of 2568 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
28%
25%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
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 Vanstory Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Vanstory Hills Elementary School is ranked #1034 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Vanstory Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Vanstory Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastover-central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Vanstory Hills Elementary School?
450 students attend Vanstory Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Vanstory Hills Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vanstory Hills Elementary School?
Vanstory Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Vanstory Hills Elementary School offer ?
Vanstory Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vanstory Hills Elementary School part of?
Vanstory Hills Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
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