Serving 514 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bolivia Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 27% 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: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bolivia Elementary serves the eastern part of its school district in Bolivia, NC, covering an area of approximately 171.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the closest zone edge being about 7.6 miles away and the furthest reaching up to 16 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bolivia Elementary School's student population of 514 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where students are safe, respectful, and responsible
School Rankings
Bolivia Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolivia Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1151 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)34.2%
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 (18-19)
2%
4%
Showing 2009–2019. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Not Mentioned
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolivia Elementary School's ranking?
Bolivia Elementary School is ranked #1151 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Bolivia Elementary School often compared to?
Bolivia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Bolivia Elementary School?
514 students attend Bolivia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Bolivia Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolivia Elementary School?
Bolivia Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bolivia Elementary School offer ?
Bolivia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bolivia Elementary School part of?
Bolivia Elementary School is part of Brunswick County Schools.
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