Bessemer City Primary serves 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bessemer City Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bessemer City Primary's student population of 379 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bessemer City Primary is 0.68, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
21%
20%
Black
23%
25%
White
47%
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
99%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
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 schools are Bessemer City Primary often compared to?
Bessemer City Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Bessemer City Central Elementary School, Tryon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bessemer City Primary?
379 students attend Bessemer City Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bessemer City Primary students are White, 23% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bessemer City Primary?
Bessemer City Primary has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bessemer City Primary offer ?
Bessemer City Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Bessemer City Primary part of?
Bessemer City Primary is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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