Serving 330 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Andrews 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 30-34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Andrews Elementary serves the eastern part of Andrews, NC, covering an area of approximately 67.4 square miles. The school is typically a 10-15 minute drive for families within this zone, which extends up to 8.2 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Andrews Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Andrews Elementary School's student population of 330 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
330 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Andrews Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Andrews Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2023 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-34%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
24%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Supercats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Andrews Elementary School's ranking?
Andrews Elementary School is ranked #2023 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Andrews Elementary School often compared to?
Andrews Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Murphy Elementary School, Peachtree Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Andrews Elementary School?
330 students attend Andrews Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Andrews Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% 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 Andrews Elementary School?
Andrews Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Andrews Elementary School offer ?
Andrews Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Andrews Elementary School part of?
Andrews Elementary School is part of Cherokee County Schools.
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