Serving 712 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bill Hefner 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 43% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 712 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bill Hefner Elementary School's student population of 712 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
712 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bill Hefner 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 Bill Hefner Elementary School is 0.63, 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
#1498 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)43%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
57%
24%
White
13%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bill Hefner Elementary School's ranking?
Bill Hefner Elementary School is ranked #1498 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bill Hefner Elementary School often compared to?
Bill Hefner Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E E Miller Elementary School, Lake Rim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bill Hefner Elementary School?
712 students attend Bill Hefner Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bill Hefner Elementary School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bill Hefner Elementary School?
Bill Hefner Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bill Hefner Elementary School offer ?
Bill Hefner Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bill Hefner Elementary School part of?
Bill Hefner Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I am in 4th grade and have Ms. Mossow as a teacher. She is very nice, sweet and helpful. I think they are very good with managing money and making sure nobody gets left behind. My name is Kayla Fisk.
5 10/10/2025
Excellent school. The principal is the BEST! He is always available and with a big smile. The teacher make this school one of the best in fayetteville. My son is always happy and love his teachers.
5 10/10/2025
My daughter has been attending this school since kindergarten. A few issues have come up with bullying but the principal Dr. Cahill has always listened and taken care of it. He genuinely cares about my daughter and always makes sure things go the right way. He still, after 5 years, says hello every morning to us both.
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