Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Benjamin J Martin 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% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Benjamin J Martin Elementary serves the west part of Fayetteville, NC, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Benjamin J Martin 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 Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#2032 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
16%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
60%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
10%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
7%
5%
Showing 2005–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin J Martin Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is ranked #2032 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Benjamin J Martin Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cliffdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Benjamin J Martin Elementary School?
522 students attend Benjamin J Martin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Benjamin J Martin Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin J Martin Elementary School?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benjamin J Martin Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin J Martin Elementary School part of?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin J Martin Elementary School located?
Benjamin J Martin Elementary School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 5 other public schools located in Westover.
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