Cartoogechaye Elementary School

3295 Old Murphy Road
Franklin, NC 28734
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Cartoogechaye Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30% in NC
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cartoogechaye Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Cartoogechaye Elementary School's student population of 315 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
315 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings

Cartoogechaye Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cartoogechaye Elementary School is 0.38, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (NC)
#588 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
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50-54%
42%
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60-64%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
n/a
4%
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Hispanic
18%
20%
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Black
2%
25%
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White
77%
45%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.38
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cartoogechaye Elementary School's ranking?
Cartoogechaye Elementary School is ranked #588 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Cartoogechaye Elementary School?
315 students attend Cartoogechaye Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Cartoogechaye Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cartoogechaye Elementary School?
Cartoogechaye Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Cartoogechaye Elementary School offer ?
Cartoogechaye Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Cartoogechaye Elementary School part of?
Cartoogechaye Elementary School is part of Macon County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   4/15/2016
Since transferring my children from another elementary school in Macon county, to Cartoogechaye elementary school, in November of 2015, both of their grades have went from borderline failing, to one having straight A's, and the other no lower than a high B!! They're actually enjoy school now instead of crying begging to not go! But most importantly, the principal, and every staff member, down to the janitors and lunch ladies, are extremely kind, and helpful to my children. We were use to being made to feel like we were a problem or didn't deserve the same education as others, whereas at Cartoogechaye elementary school we immediately felt welcome, important, and my kids are treated as equals to the other students! Kudos Cartoogechaye, and all the staff!!
- Posted by Parent - Heath

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-4
  • Enrollment: 315 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50-54% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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